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Epilepsy / Seizures

New treatment for epilepsy helps Bryce get back on the court

March 3, 2022

Bryce standing in front of his brain scans

Responsive neurostimulation (RNS), a new therapy for epilepsy, helped 11-year-old CHOC patient Bryce become nearly seizure-free.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Neurology Dr. Donald J Phillips Patient Stories

How can I help my child stay awake before an EEG?

June 8, 2021

Keeping a child awake before an EEG can be difficult, but these tips can help parents keep children from falling asleep before the test.

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Navigating an epilepsy diagnosis and surgery: Geni’s story

November 30, 2020

Life was typical for Geni before she was diagnosed with epilepsy at age 14. After medications failed, she underwent epilepsy surgery.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Neurology Dr. Joffre Olaya Dr. Maija-Riikka Steenari Patient Stories Stories

My daughter’s journey from seizures to surgery

November 25, 2019

When Celeste’s daughter Camila was going through seizures and epilepsy surgery, she read stories about other kids’ success and gleaned hope.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Neurology Dr. Joffre Olaya Dr. Lily Tran Patient Stories Stories

Dealing with a new epilepsy diagnosis: Frequently asked questions

November 19, 2019

Some of the frequently asked questions our epiletologists receive from their patients’ families after a new epilepsy diagnosis.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Neurology

Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy: What parents should know

July 12, 2019

SUDEP occurs when someone with epilepsy suddenly dies unexpectedly and the cause is not related to an accident or seizure emergency.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Health Neurology Dr. Lily Tran

Epilepsy myths: what parents should know

July 9, 2019

We recognize the alarming number of epilepsy myths that can cause confusion for families. A pediatric neurologist combats epilepsy myths.

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Epilepsy / Seizures Health Neurology Dr. Mary Zupanc
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