Question: How does epilepsy affect your interest in sex?

Women with epilepsy report a low interest in sex, difficulties in being able to orgasm, or painful sex due to vaginal dryness or vaginal spasms. These problems can all have more than one cause, but physical causes may include the following: Areas of the brain which control sexual function can be disrupted by epilepsy.

Can you take Viagra if you have epilepsy?

Sildenafil has been recognized as adequate in the treatment of erectile dysfunctions in men with epilepsy.

Can a person with epilepsy marry?

There is no reason why an epileptic person cannot get married and have children and lead a normal life. However, correct diagnosis is required as there are several kinds of epileptic seizures. Proper medication and precautions need to be taken though.

What gender is most affected by epilepsy?

Although most epilepsy syndromes are equally or more commonly found in males than in females, childhood absence epilepsy and the syndrome of photosensitive epilepsy are more common in females.

What should you not do if you have epilepsy?

Tips:Do not miss doses of your medications. Get plenty of sleep. # Drink plenty of water.Eat a healthy balanced diet and do not skip meals.Try to reduce stress and control anxiety.Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs. # Certain people with epilepsy should avoid flashing lights.More items •13 Nov 2017

Does epilepsy last forever?

While many forms of epilepsy require lifelong treatment to control the seizures, for some people the seizures eventually go away. The odds of becoming seizure-free are not as good for adults or for children with severe epilepsy syndromes, but it is possible that seizures may decrease or even stop over time.

What food is bad for epilepsy?

Stimulants such as tea, coffee, chocolate, sugar, sweets, soft drinks, excess salt, spices and animal proteins may trigger seizures by suddenly changing the bodys metabolism. Some parents have reported that allergic reactions to certain foods (e.g. white flour) also seem to trigger seizures in their children.

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