Seizures affect males and females equally and can occur among all age groups.
Epilepsy has many causes and there are many reasons why people get seizures. Gender does not particularly have any influence on who gets epilepsy, when they have seizures, what age they may start to have seizures or how fast a seizure happens.
Yes, Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) has been associated with an increased risk of seizures in some individuals, especially those with a history of seizures or other predisposing factors. It is important to talk to your healthcare provider if you have concerns about this risk when using Vyvanse.
Wellbutrin (bupropion) is an antidepressant that can increase the risk of seizures, particularly at higher doses or in individuals with a history of seizures or eating disorders. The risk is dose-dependent, with the highest risk associated with doses exceeding 400 mg per day. Patients should be monitored closely, and it is essential to follow prescribing guidelines to minimize the risk of seizures. Always consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to medication or dosage.
Risk for injury R/T seizure activity
It will increase the risk of getting seizures.
Yes, Chantix may cause seizures. In March 2015, the FDA issued a warning that Chantix, a quit-smoking drug, is linked to rare risk of seizures and may lower tolerance to alcohol.
There is a high risk of seizures, and death by overdose.
Gender equality reduces the risk of HIV infection. Gender inequality increases the risk by limiting women's choices to have a safe sex life.
Low iron levels, or iron deficiency anemia, can lead to various neurological symptoms, but seizures are not a common direct side effect. While severe anemia can potentially affect brain function and increase the risk of neurological issues, seizures are more typically associated with other medical conditions. If someone experiences seizures, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation.
From the perspective of individual seizures, that would depend on the severity of a seizure. Most seizures pass without any real problems, and no medical attention is needed. Some can be more serious and someone may have severe pain after one, usually a headache and will need some care. Someone who is getting recurring seizures, one after another, should be brought to hospital. At the absolute worst, it is possible that someone could have severe brain damage, and even die, but that is extremely rare and the seizures would have to be very severe. It is not an issue for the vast majority of people who have epilepsy.In the more general sense, people should have treatment for their epilepsy, which usually involves being on medication.
Boys and girls are affected equally.
In high-risk areas (East and Southeast Asia, sub-Saharan Africa), men are even more likely to have HCC than women.