2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference
September 21, 2016 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Join Us for the 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference!
It’s informative & FREE register online today! REGISTER
A Special Thank You to Our 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference Sponsors!
September 21, 2016 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Join Us for the 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference!
It’s informative & FREE register online today! REGISTER
A Special Thank You to Our 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference Sponsors!
July 27, 2015 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Do you have epilepsy? Do you have a close friend or family member who has epilepsy? Do you want to make a difference and dedicate some of your free time to helping people in the epilepsy community? Then you should come volunteer for us! We have a myriad of volunteer opportunities available to those willing and able to aid us on our mission to prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research.
Complete the volunteer account information online
START HERE
May 15, 2015 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2015 Charity Classic Golf Tournament at the Seville Golf & Country Club on Friday, March 27, 2015. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you next year!
July 29, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
This 3 ½ hour train-the-trainer program features a neuro-nurse explaining aspects of epilepsy, seizure types, diagnosis, treatment, and first aid for the student having a seizure. If you are interested in attending, please contact us via the form below.
April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Epilepsy is associated with hormonal changes. For instance, experts estimate that approximately 40 percent of men with epilepsy (MWE) have low levels of testosterone, the hormone that stimulates the development of male sex organs, sexual traits and sperm. Read More
April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
The use of AEDs may result in one or more of the following adverse impacts on sexuality:
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April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Several recent studies document that men with epilepsy (MWE) experience lowered libido. The following scientific data support this statement. One study found that between 50 percent and 70 percent of all MWE report decreased sexual function and/or libido. Read More
April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
Epilepsy does have an impact on reproductive function and fertility. Statistically, men with epilepsy (MWE) have a disproportionately high risk of reproductive dysfunction, which manifests as diminished potency and abnormal sperm characteristics and can decrease fertility. Read More
April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
For both men and women who have epilepsy, there is an increased risk of bone disease due to certain medications that have been linked to reduced bone health. These include Dilantin, Tegretol, Phenobarbital and Depakote. Read More
April 26, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |
As a man with epilepsy, your offspring are at a slightly higher risk than the general population for developing this disorder. Recent studies show that offspring of men with epilepsy (MWE) have a 2.4 percent risk of developing it, as opposed to the general population, whose risk is estimated at 1 percent. Read More
