Pregnancy and epilepsy
Before and during pregnancy, very rigorous medical monitoring is required in the event of epilepsy …
Pregnancy and epilepsy, the risks involved
For the child :
There is an increased risk of malformations, for essentially medicinal reasons.
On the other hand, cases of genetic transmission of epilepsy are relatively rare, knowing that the risk is greater if another member of your family also has epilepsy.
For mom :
Pregnancy can eventually lead to increased seizures.
Indispensable precautions
In order for everything to go as smoothly as possible, the ideal is to discuss the situationwith your doctor even before conception : He will thus answer your questions and be able to adapt your treatment in anticipation of this pregnancy.
Rigorous medical monitoring, comprising in particular very regular ultrasounds, is essential throughout pregnancy.
Childbirth needs to be even better prepared : the choice of maternity is crucial and the medical team must be fully informed of the situation, in order to avoid any risk of epileptic seizures during childbirth.
Finally, the breathing exercises usually recommended must be adapted to your case.