Tag: seizures
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7 Signs of Reye’s Syndrome That Most People Ignore
Reye’s syndrome is an infrequent but severe illness that can cause brain swelling, liver damage, and disorientation. It mainly occurs in children but can develop at any age. While the disease affects every organ in the body, it primarily causes harm to the brain and liver. As brain swelling increases, seizures and loss of consciousness…
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Seizure Sniffing Dog Learns to Protect Teenage Girl
A seizure sniffing dog gives people with epilepsy a better quality of life. For 18-year-old Haley, her dog Dunkin has been a life-saver, literally. “I don’t think I could ever fully express everything positive that Dunkin has brought into my life,” Haley said, “whether it be independence so I could go out by myself and…
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Oncologists Explain 13 Lung Cancer Symptoms to Never Ignore
Knowing the key lung cancer symptoms can save your life. Lung cancer is one of the most severe types of malignant cells to form in the body, and according to the American Cancer Society, there are 235,760 new cases diagnosed each year. Additionally, more than 131,880 deaths occur from this malignancy annually. Sadly, it’s the…
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15 Symptoms of Dehydration That Most People Ignore
Have you ever been dehydrated? It’s a miserable feeling that can be serious if it’s not taken care of promptly. Dehydration symptoms are easy to spot, especially since they typically follow a sickness or extended periods of fluid loss. Your body is made of 50-65 percent water, so it stands to reason that when you…
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15 Symptoms of Stroke Most People Overlook
Do you know the symptoms of a stroke? While there are some variations in the signs between men and women, universal symptoms shouldn’t be ignored. Did you know that stroke is a leading killer among women? The CDC states that the risk increases for women once they reach the age of 55, and one in…
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Researchers Find an Amino Acid That May Reduce Epilepsy
Researchers from the Florida State University College of Medicine found that amino acids in the brain may help prevent epilepsy. A certain type of seizure called temporal lobe epilepsy can lead to permanent damage, including the death and loss of function of neurons. Researchers believe that amino acids could play a vital role in preventing…