Did you know there is a link between hormonal changes and seizures? New research is demonstrating a bi-directional relationship between hormones like estrogen and progesterone with electrical activity in the brain. We know there are vast differences in hormonal cycles between men and women, so why are standard epilepsy treatments not considering this? In this episode, we chatted with Dr. Lata Vadlamudi, an associate professor and senior staff specialist in neurology at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital; She obtained her medical degree from the University of Queensland and completed physician training in the field of Neurology with further specialization in epilepsy in Melbourne, Sydney and the Mayo Clinic, USA. She obtained her PhD from the University of Melbourne with the thesis titled “The Genetics of Epilepsy: The Testimony of Twins." We discuss the neuroscience of epilepsy, how seizures are impacted by the menstrual cycle, birth control and menopause, tools for women with epilepsy, and what research needs to be done to improve clinical care.

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