Understanding Alexander Disease in Children and Its Impact
This study looked at children diagnosed with Alexander disease (AD), a rare neurological condition, over the past ten years.
Pediatrics
This hub covers pediatric epilepsy in infants, kids, and teens, including diagnosis, syndromes, development, school plans, and safety. New studies translated into clear takeaways for parents.
What you’ll find in this topic:
- Plain-language summaries of new epilepsy studies
- What the research means for real life
- Practical questions to ask your neurologist
- Related topics you can explore next
Pediatrics: What Families Usually Want to Know
- What’s different about epilepsy in infants, kids, and teens
- Common causes, including genetic syndromes and brain development issues
- When to push for a specialty epilepsy center
- School plans, sports, and day-to-day safety
Common Pediatric Epilepsy Terms in Plain English
- Syndrome: A recognizable pattern of seizures + EEG + symptoms
- Developmental delay: Slower skill development (can have many causes)
- Regression: Losing previously gained skills (flag for urgent evaluation)
- Febrile seizure: Seizure with fever (often benign, sometimes relevant)
- Epileptic encephalopathy: Seizures/EEG patterns that can affect development
Related Topics
Pediatric Epilepsy FAQ
When is epilepsy “drug-resistant?”
Usually when two appropriate medications haven’t controlled seizures.
Should we get a 504 plan or an IEP?
Many families benefit and it depends on seizure frequency, medications, and learning needs.
Can kids with epilepsy play sports?
Often yes, with smart precautions. Ask your neurologist or epileptologist about your child’s specific risks.
What symptoms mean “call now?”
Clusters, prolonged seizures, breathing trouble, new weakness, or major regression.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | New Studies | Pediatrics
Machine Learning May Help Predict Epilepsy Treatment Responses
This study looked at how machine learning can help predict which patients with drug-resistant epilepsy might respond well to neuromodulation therapies, like vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).
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New Tool Helps Identify Seizure Types in Children with Epilepsy
This study looked at how well a new questionnaire-based tool can help classify seizure types in children with epilepsy.
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Machine Learning Models Show Promise for Predicting Glioma Seizures
Researchers studied how well machine learning (ML) models can predict seizures in patients with glioma-associated epilepsy (GAE), a common issue for people with gliomas, which are a type of brain tumor.
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Noonan Syndrome Linked to Higher Rates of Brain Disorders
Researchers studied the prevalence of brain-related disorders in people with Noonan syndrome (NS), a genetic condition that can affect growth, heart health, and brain development.
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COVID-19 Impact on Children with ASD and ADHD in Greece
This study looked at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Northern Greece.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Imaging & EEG | New Studies | Pediatrics | Status Epilepticus
Continuous EEG Improves Seizure Detection in Critical Care
Researchers studied the use of continuous EEG (cEEG) in intensive care units (ICUs) to see how it helps with diagnosing and treating patients, especially those with epilepsy or brain injuries.
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Comorbidities | Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | New Studies | Pediatrics
Timely Tracheostomy May Benefit Critically Ill Children
A study was conducted to understand the effects of tracheostomy in critically ill children with neurological impairments who were treated in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
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Improving Healthcare Knowledge Through Nationwide Digital Education
Researchers studied how to improve healthcare practices in India by implementing Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) through a series of webinars.
