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| | Description | People diagnosed with epilepsy face many difficulties and lifestyle changes, but a proper understanding of the disease is a vital first step toward maintaining a normal life. Written in simple terms, this invaluable resource answers commonly asked questions about epilepsy and explains how it is diagnosed and treated, both with medications and other treatment options. Filled with helpful tables and illustrations, the guide offers current, reliable information on diet, surgical treatments, pregnancy, sports, and much more. | |
| | Product Details | | Author: | M.D. Ilo E. Leppik | | Paperback: | 192 pages | | Publisher: | Demos Health | | Publication Date: | November 09, 2006 | | Language: | English | | ISBN: | 1932603204 | | Product Length: | 9.07 inches | | Product Width: | 6.05 inches | | Product Height: | 0.47 inches | | Product Weight: | 0.7 pounds | | Package Length: | 8.8 inches | | Package Width: | 6.0 inches | | Package Height: | 0.7 inches | | Package Weight: | 0.55 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 4 reviews |
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3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
 Up-do-date, accessible guide Feb 03, 2007
By Midwest Book Review
Ilo E. Leppik, MD (Director of Research at MINCEP Epilepsy Care Center) presents Epilepsy: A Guide to Balancing Your Life, a resource written especially for individuals diagnosed with epilepsy and their loved ones, sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology. Chapters inform the reader in plain terms about epilepsy and its types of seizures, treatment options including drugs and surgery, issues concerning epilepsy and pregnancy, quality of life concerns, and much more - including a sound debunking of myths (for example, stopping anti-epileptic drugs during pregnancy can potentially do more harm than good since seizures pose a deadly risk to both the baby and the mother). A glossary, index, and list of sources for more information round out this up-do-date, accessible guide strongly recommended for public library collections and the personal reference of epileptics and their families.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 An informative read Apr 04, 2009
By C. Wagner
"cecilkunkle"
A good general discussion of epilepsy and non epileptic "provoked" seizures. Interestingly enough, 50% of seizure causes are of unknown nature and diagnosis is even more complicated in those patients with heart problems. Even more great news, for folks who do not die young, is that the likelihood of epilepsy increases after age 50 (p. 115). So, enjoy...or not... Chapter one should be read to your associates, to prevent waking up with your wallet between your teeth. I would have liked a longer discussion on permanent memory loss/brain damage, but I have not come across such information in other literature either.
Several other good books on the subject are also available on Amazon. (It does not hurt to search Amazon occasionally for newer titles, do intelligent internet searches on the conditions, medications, and interactions and, of course, engage in thoughtfull discussions with your general practicioner, specialist, and pharmacist.)
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Balanced View on Epilepsy Mar 10, 2008
By A. Steege
"Ton Lane"
A good synopsis of Epilepsy and how it can present itself in different forms, typical treatments, particularly with medication and basic side effects to take into account. This can indeed be a very complex subject and it was a refreshing approach, albeit an introduction, to some of the technicalities that the doctors do not always explain.
Actually Purchased the Collectible Version - Read On May 31, 2010
By S. Cline
"Vujà Dé - The feeling you've never been in here before!"
Excellent Book, with case studies and more; no matter what edition one purchases - whether the latest revision or a collectible ... all of them are valued. One can actually learn and benefit as how much Neuroscience as progressed over the years, moreover, even the older versions - one can possibility learn from a case study or two and such can be applied.
For a Reader - one can benefit and gain insight of the various types of Epilepsies and the complex and complications in dealing with individuals with Epilepsy.
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