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Epilepsy Drug May Boost Birth Defect Risk
Women who take topiramate should discuss preconception planning with their doctor

Failure to Take Seizure Drugs Boosts Death Risk
Car accidents, bone breaks also common among those who don't take meds regularly, study says

Scientists ID Brain Pathway That Stops Seizures
Mouse study finds gene affects acids that regulate severity of convulsions

Special Diet Can Ease Epileptic Seizures in Kids
Strong support for ketogenic regimen from major randomized trial

Breast-Feeding While on Seizure Meds Doesn’t Harm Babies
Study finds no negative impact on children's cognitive development

U.S. Health Officials Back Off Preference for New MMRV Vaccine
CDC reports more seizures seen in toddlers given combined shot; experts stress real risk is still low

FDA Warns Epilepsy Drugs May Raise Suicide Risk
Agency will ask drug makers to put warning labels on entire class of medicines

Atkins-Like Diet Cuts Epileptic Seizures
High-fat, low-carb plan may work when other treatments fail, study says

Tracking Drug Levels Helps Pregnant Women With Epilepsy
Blood testing cuts down on seizures linked to lamotrigine use, research shows

Some Epilepsy Patients Not Always Aware of Seizures
That can lead to under-reporting when applying for driver's licenses, researchers suggest