Tag: Seizures
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Jess’s Rule: Could earlier GP checks have saved her brain tumour?
Introduction: A case that highlights diagnostic delays A Derby woman diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour says her GP dismissed her symptoms, and that earlier intervention could have changed her outcome. Jessie Mae Lambert, aged 28, began experiencing unexplained seizures in October 2023. What started as a puzzling health concern rapidly escalated into a serious…
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Older Adults on Tramadol and Antidepressants Face Higher Seizure Risk, Study Finds
New findings link tramadol and certain antidepressants to increased seizure risk in older adults A recent study published in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, investigated whether older adults living in nursing homes who are prescribed the pain drug tramadol alongside certain antidepressants might face a higher risk of seizures. The…
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Older Adults in Nursing Homes Face Higher Seizure Risk With Tramodol and Some Antidepressants
New Findings on Drug Interactions in Senior Care A study published on October 8, 2025, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reports a modest but meaningful link between taking tramadol for pain and certain antidepressants that inhibit the CYP2D6 enzyme in older adults living in nursing homes. The researchers found…
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Older Adults in Nursing Homes Face Higher Seizure Risk When Taking Tramadol With Certain Antidepressants
New Findings Spotlight Drug Interaction risk for older adults A study published on October 8, 2025, in Neurology®, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, highlights a modest but measurable increase in seizure risk when the pain medicine tramadol is prescribed alongside certain antidepressants in older adults living in nursing homes. While the research…
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The Importance of Rapid Diagnosis in Epilepsy
Understanding Epilepsy and Its Challenges Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures, affecting millions worldwide. One of the significant challenges in managing epilepsy is the delay in diagnosis, particularly following a patient’s first seizure. A rapid diagnosis can lead to timely intervention, better treatment options, and improved quality of life for patients. The…
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The Benefits of Early Diagnosis in Epilepsy
Understanding Epilepsy and Its Diagnosis Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by unpredictable seizures, which can significantly impact a person’s daily life. The timely diagnosis of epilepsy is crucial, especially following a first seizure. Traditional pathways for diagnosis often lack standardization, leading to delays in treatment that can have a profound effect on patients and…