This webinar addresses considerations specific to women who have epilepsy. Topics covered include: How hormonal changes affect girls and women with epilepsy; How ASMs (anti-seizure medications) may impact birth control (contraception); Special consideration before, during, and after the pregnancy; Special consideration for breastfeeding; Mature women with epilepsy, including menopause and bone health; and special considerations for women with an intellectual and developmental disability.
The presenter was Dr. Dipali Nemade, MD, MPH, Epileptologist at Orlando Health Neuroscience and Rehabilitation Institute. Originally recorded on October 12, 2023.