Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Disorders of the Female Reproductive System01:24

Disorders of the Female Reproductive System

3.7K
The female reproductive system can be affected by several disorders, including Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), endometriosis, and various forms of cancer. PMS and PMDD are cyclical conditions that cause physical and emotional distress, with symptoms that include edema, mood swings, and food cravings. PMDD is a more severe form of PMS characterized by increased symptom severity that peaks during the luteal phase and tends to improve or resolve shortly after...
3.7K
Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination02:55

Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

94.6K
Humans are very diverse and although we share many similarities, we also have many differences. The social groups we belong to help form our identities (Tajfel, 1974). These differences may be difficult for some people to reconcile, which may lead to prejudice toward people who are different. Prejudice is a negative attitude and feeling toward an individual based solely on one’s membership in a particular social group (Allport, 1954; Brown, 2010). Prejudice is common against people who...
94.6K
Infertility in Females01:28

Infertility in Females

3.5K
Female infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after a year of regular, unprotected intercourse and affects about 10–15% of couples worldwide. The primary cause of female infertility is ovulatory disorders, which hinder the release of eggs. These disorders can be classified as hypothalamic amenorrhea, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), premature ovarian failure, and hyperprolactinemic anovulation disorders.
Endometriosis, a condition characterized by abnormal growth of...
3.5K
Ethical Issues01:27

Ethical Issues

1.8K
Nurses are essential in patient care, upholding the ethical principles of their profession and effectively navigating ethical dilemmas. Neglecting ethical issues can lead to inadequate patient care, compromised therapeutic relationships, and moral distress among healthcare workers.
Ethical Concerns in Healthcare:
1.8K
Disorders of the Male Reproductive System01:20

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

3.8K
Men's health issues are increasingly recognized as significant, with several conditions posing common threats. Among these, testicular cancer is especially prevalent in younger men, particularly those aged 20 to 35 years. The disease often manifests as a painless mass in the testicles, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of heaviness or a dull ache.
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra....
3.8K
Socioemotional Experience and Gender Development01:30

Socioemotional Experience and Gender Development

203
Social-emotional experiences and cultural influences play significant roles in shaping gender development. During middle childhood, from ages 6 to 11, peer groups become dominant in reinforcing gender norms. Children in this age group often align with same-gender peer groups, which actively encourage behaviors that conform to traditional gender roles. For instance, boys may be discouraged from engaging in activities perceived as feminine, reinforcing culturally dictated norms about masculinity...
203

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Genetic Testing in Adult Patients With Epilepsy: Genetic Risk Index for Seizure Etiology for Identifying Optimal Candidates.

Neurology. Clinical practice·2026
Same author

Diagnostic yield and copy number variants findings in 219 adult patients with developmental and epileptic encephalopathy.

Epilepsia·2026
Same author

Expanding the electroclinical spectrum of TANC2-related disorders: Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and related developmental epileptic phenotypes.

Epilepsia open·2026
Same author

Maternal and umbilical cord plasma concentrations of antiseizure medications: Results from the observational MONEAD study.

Epilepsia·2026
Same author

Predicting seizure freedom in the postpartum period: Findings from the Maternal Outcomes and Neurodevelopmental Effects of Antiepileptic Drugs study.

Epilepsia·2026
Same author

Prenatal Azithromycin Exposure and Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children.

JAMA network open·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 13, 2025

A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
14:43

A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting

Published on: January 12, 2018

12.4K

Women's issues.

Ravish Keni1, Barbara Mostacci2, Gordana Kiteva-Trenchevska3

  • 1Department of Neurology, Narayana Medical College, Nellore, India.

Epileptic Disorders : International Epilepsy Journal with Videotape
|July 30, 2020
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Women with epilepsy require special care, addressing hormonal changes, birth control, and pregnancy risks like birth defects and increased seizures. This review discusses key management issues for these patients.

Keywords:
antiseizure medicationsepilepsypregnancyteratogens

More Related Videos

Protocol for Studying Extinction of Conditioned Fear in Naturally Cycling Female Rats
09:07

Protocol for Studying Extinction of Conditioned Fear in Naturally Cycling Female Rats

Published on: February 23, 2015

13.8K
An In Vivo Estrogen Deficiency Mouse Model for Screening Exogenous Estrogen Treatments of Cardiovascular Dysfunction After Menopause
06:18

An In Vivo Estrogen Deficiency Mouse Model for Screening Exogenous Estrogen Treatments of Cardiovascular Dysfunction After Menopause

Published on: August 13, 2019

12.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 13, 2025

A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
14:43

A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting

Published on: January 12, 2018

12.4K
Protocol for Studying Extinction of Conditioned Fear in Naturally Cycling Female Rats
09:07

Protocol for Studying Extinction of Conditioned Fear in Naturally Cycling Female Rats

Published on: February 23, 2015

13.8K
An In Vivo Estrogen Deficiency Mouse Model for Screening Exogenous Estrogen Treatments of Cardiovascular Dysfunction After Menopause
06:18

An In Vivo Estrogen Deficiency Mouse Model for Screening Exogenous Estrogen Treatments of Cardiovascular Dysfunction After Menopause

Published on: August 13, 2019

12.7K

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Women's Health
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Epilepsy management in women presents unique challenges.
  • Hormonal fluctuations can impact seizure frequency (catamenial exacerbation).
  • Reproductive health decisions, including contraception and pregnancy, require careful consideration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight critical management issues for women with epilepsy.
  • To discuss special considerations including contraception and teratogenesis.
  • To review pregnancy complications and adverse obstetric outcomes in epilepsy.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentations and discussion.
  • Review of clinical management strategies.
  • Analysis of teratogenic and neurodevelopmental effects.

Main Results:

  • Catamenial exacerbation requires tailored treatment approaches.
  • Contraception choices must consider drug interactions and efficacy.
  • Teratogenesis and neurodevelopmental effects necessitate preconception counseling and careful medication selection.
  • Pregnancy in women with epilepsy carries risks of increased seizures and adverse obstetric outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Individualized management plans are crucial for women with epilepsy.
  • Addressing reproductive health and pregnancy concerns improves outcomes.
  • Multidisciplinary care optimizes the health of women with epilepsy and their offspring.