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Catamenial Epilepsy

Meaning

Catamenial Epilepsy describes a condition in women where the frequency or severity of epileptic seizures is significantly exacerbated during specific phases of the menstrual cycle. This clinical pattern strongly suggests a direct link between fluctuating ovarian steroid hormones, primarily estrogen and progesterone, and neuronal excitability. Identifying the specific cyclical timing of seizure clusters is paramount for accurate diagnosis and effective therapeutic management. This disorder highlights the profound neuroendocrine interface governing central nervous system stability.