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The stomach of a pregnant woman, which is very visible due to the tight-fitted red dress being worn.

By Professor Matthew Walker
23.04.20
Neurology

Women and epilepsy (part 2): pregnancy, breastfeeding and safety

Women with epilepsy have extra considerations during pregnancy, breastfeeding and life as a new mum, but this doesn’t have to lessen their quality of motherhood. Professor Matthew Walker explains if seizures and epilepsy medication can harm a baby in the womb and provides breastfeeding and safety considerations for new mums with epilepsy. (Part 2 of 2 – see part 1 for epilepsy and hormones, periods and contraception)

A portrait photo of a woman looking at the camera with a wide smile.

By Professor Matthew Walker
08.04.20
Neurology

Women and epilepsy (part 1): hormones, periods and contraception

The female body can have a profound effect on epilepsy. Unbeknownst to many, hormones, menstrual cycles and contraception measures play a part in the management of the condition. Matthew Walker, a leading specialist and researcher in the field of epilepsy, explains the connection between women and epilepsy.

By Dr Dora Lozsadi
07.04.20
Neurology

Coronavirus and epilepsy

Did you know, 600,000 people in the UK suffer from epilepsy? Many people with epilepsy right now will be wondering how coronavirus may affect them. A top neurologist gave us the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and coronavirus.

parasomnia, sleep disorders, rapid eye movement, non rapid eye movement

By Professor Matthew Walker
30.03.20
Neurology

Parasomnias explained: what are they and how are they treated?

Parasomnias are a group of sleep disorders such as night terrors, sleepwalking and sleep behavioural disorders. They happen during REM and non-REM sleep and can be very troublesome for those who are affected by them. Professor Matthew Walker is on hand to explain what these are, why they happen and how they are dealt with.

By Dr Dominic Paviour
20.01.20
Neurology

Is Parkinson’s disease genetic?

It is rare for a health condition to be caused by a change in a single gene and our overall health is the result of a mixture of different genes and our diet, exercise and exposure to the environment around us. Dr Dominic Paviour explains whether Parkinson's disease is a genetic disorder and how the illness is managed.

By Professor Debora Elijah
17.01.20
Neurology

PROSCIG®: how to develop your child's social communication skills

Having trouble with your little one's social and behavioural skills? We've talked to one of our top neuropsychiatrists Dr Debora Elijah about her unique intervention program that helps children who are in need of developing these important skills.

By Dr Dominic Paviour
13.01.20
Neurology

Understanding Parkinson’s disease

Worried that you or a loved one are showing signs of Parkinson's disease? We've asked one of our top neurologists Dr Dominic Paviour for the early warning symptoms to look out for and whether these could be mimicking the signs of a different neurological condition.

By Professor Matthew Walker
08.01.20
Neurology

Ongoing research: new epilepsy drugs and treatment

Epilepsy, as with many conditions involving the brain, is complex and can be challenging to treat. In this article, Professor Matthew Walker, Professor of Neurology in the Department of Clinical and Experimental Epilepsy at University College London, explains five areas of research currently being explored to further improve the management of epilepsy and seizures.

A model figure of the inside of a human brain. Epilepsy drugs target seizure-causing locations in the brain.

By Professor Matthew Walker
16.12.19
Neurology

Drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE): What are my next treatment options?

Epilepsy treatment, while overall very successful, can function differently in some patients. Some people with epilepsy are resistant to epilepsy medication and rely on other treatment methods to control their seizures. Professor Matthew Walker, a top neurological clinician, expert in the field of epilepsy and a winner of the Top Doctor 2018 awards, explains why epilepsy medication doesn’t work on everyone with the condition and describes the next available treatment options.

By Professor Dennis Chan
29.10.19
Neurology

Can virtual reality detect early signs of Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes damage to the brain cells which control memory and thinking. Doctor Dennis Chan talks about Alzheimer’s disease, how it is diagnosed and how virtual reality can help spot the early signs of the disease.

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