Catamenial epilepsy
Salvi, M.; Canova, I.; Caputo, S.
La Clinica Terapeutica 154(2): 111-113
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 0009-9074 PMID: 12856370 Document Number: 553871
Many women with epilepsy report changes in seizures frequency in relationship to their menstrual cycle. Evidence from animal experiments and studies in humans have demonstrated an ovarian steroid hormone effect on neuronal excitability. The entity of the problem and its treatment have yet to be systematically evaluated. Is important to clarify the etiology and pathogenesis of catamenial fluctuations in seizure frequency and to outline optimal management strategies.