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You may think that having a single seizure or even multiple seizures means you have epilepsy, but that's not always the case. To be diagnosed with epilepsy you must have two seizures at least 24 hours apart that can't be explained by another condition. ...
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Epilepsy is a brain condition that causes people to have seizures. At Tufts Medicine, we perform epilepsy surgery using the latest surgical techniques — like implantable devices to aid your brain's electrical signals or removing the seizure's origin — to help reduce your epileptic seizures or prevent them altogether. ...
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We provide rapid and compassionate care during your loved one's most critical time. We specialize in essential care for brain and spinal cord injuries and illnesses. ...
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PET/CT scan is a combination of  2 imaging techniques in one exam. When we look at tissue and organs on a cellular level (PET) and from a bird's-eye view of your body's structure (CT), it gives us a full picture of your health. ...
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Your genetic makeup plays a crucial role in your overall well-being. It influences your health from the moment you are born, and can also impact any health conditions you might experience as you grow older and your children. ...
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Everything about you, from the color of your eyes and even your personality, is in your genes. Your genetics play a role in your health, too. When genes change or mutate, they increase your risk of developing certain genetic syndromes. These syndromes can cause chronic conditions, hereditary diseases, birth defects and developmental disorders. ...
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Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your body. But, if you struggle to get or stay asleep, experience sleep apnea or cope with disorders such as restless leg syndrome, you could be setting yourself up for other conditions and issues with your body. At Tufts Medicine, we understand how crucial sleep is and we are here to evaluate and treat your sleep-related problem. ...
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Neuro-oncology focuses on cancers affecting the brain, skull base and spinal cord. You can trust that our team will map a treatment path to a healthier you using breakthrough neuro-oncology treatments like Gamma Knife surgery. ...
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Safety is the name of the game when it comes to educating, treating and managing athletes who suffer a sports concussion. Most concussion care simply requires rest and taking it easy. Should your concussion require more involved care, you can trust that our athletic trainers will help you return to activities as soon and safely as possible. ...
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Because your health is more than skin deep, we provide imaging and radiology services to answer important questions about your health that you can’t see with the naked eye. Your care team may use technologies like a CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray and nuclear medicine testing to diagnose and treat various medical conditions. ...
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Your body needs oxygen to heal, especially when injured, but it takes more than going outside to supercharge your immune system. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy delivers a concentrated dose of pure, pressurized oxygen to your blood to speed up recovery. ...
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Welcoming a new child into the world is an incredibly special time. Naturally, you want the absolute best care for your newborn, particularly if they are premature, experiencing complications or facing illness. At Tufts Medicine, we are committed to providing newborns with the highest level of care. ...
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Strokes can happen to anyone at any age, but those under 50 may need extra support to prevent them from happening again, aid in recovery and assist with adapting to life after a stroke.  ...
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Our neurosurgeons extend hope and healing to people living with nervous system conditions like brain tumors, epilepsy and aneurysms. From spine surgery to operating on the tiny blood vessels that pump blood to the brain (cerebrovascular surgery), our neurosurgeons always have your well-being top of mind. ...
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Status Epilepticus(SE) is a serious condition that needs fast treatment to stop the seizures and prevent permanent brain damage. The purpose of this research is to find out if ganaxolone can stop or decrease the seizure activity in participants who have SE and if ganaxolone is safe compared to placebo when given to participants who are on other anti-seizure medications.
Patient Stories
November 7, 2019
How this tough 3-year-old has impressed everyone with his strength and determination to beat cancer at Tufts Medical Center.
Patient Stories
April 7, 2023
Alex Cabrera was leaving school on a sunny day near the end of his eighth grade year when he was hit by a car. The Waltham native had to be air lifted to Tufts Medical Center + by morning was undergoing life-saving brain surgery.