Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy
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Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is an epilepsy syndrome characterized by myoclonic jerks (quick jerks of the arms or legs), generalized tonic-clonic seizures (GTCSs), and sometimes, absence seizures.[1] The seizures of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy often occur when people first awaken in the morning, especially if they are sleep-deprived. Drinking alcohol and psychological stress may also make these seizures more likely.[1][2] Onset typically occurs around adolesence in otherwise healthy children.[1][2][3] The exact cause of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy remains unknown.[1] Although patients usually require lifelong treatment with anticonvulsants, their overall prognosis is generally good.[1][3]
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More Detailed Information (Found 7 resources)
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Epilepsy.com provides information about juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Click in Epilepsy.com to access this information.
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Genetics Home Reference (GHR) contains information on Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Click on the link to go to GHR and review the information.
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Medscape Reference provides information on this topic. Click on the link to view this information. You may need to register to view the medical textbook, but registration is free.
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The Merck Manuals Online Medical Library provides information on this condition. Click on the link to view the information.
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The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) collects and disseminates research information related to neurological disorders. Click on the link to view information on this topic.
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The Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) database contains genetics resources that discuss Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Click on the link to go to OMIM and review these resources.
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PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
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Organizations (Found 7 resources)
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American Epilepsy Society
342 North Main Street West Hartford CT 06117-2507 Telephone: 860-586-7505 Fax: 860-586-7550 E-mail: info@aesnet.org Web site: www.aesnet.org
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Epilepsy Foundation
8301 Professional Place Landover MD 20785-2238 Toll-free: 800-EFA-1000 (800-332-1000) Fax: 301-577-4941 Web site: http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/
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Genetic Alliance
4301 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite 404 Washington, DC 20008-2369 Telephone: 202-966-5557 Fax: 202-966-8553 E-mail: info@geneticalliance.org Web site: http://www.geneticalliance.org
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National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
55 Kenosia Avenue PO Box 1968 Danbury, CT 06813-1968 Toll-free: 1-800-999-6673 (voicemail only) Telephone: 203-744-0100 TTY: 203-797-9590 Fax: 203-798-2291 E-mail: orphan@rarediseases.org Web site: http://www.rarediseases.org/
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Social Networking Websites
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DNAandU.org is a Web site and blog that collects firsthand stories from people facing issues, making tough decisions, and using genomic (DNA) information in their own healthcare. Click on the link to learn from their experiences and/or submit your own story.
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Madisons Foundation
P.O. Box 241956 Los Angeles, CA 90024 Telephone: 310-264-0826 Fax: 310-264-4766 E-mail: getinfo@madisonsfoundation.org Web site: http://www.madisonsfoundation.org/
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RareShare is an online social hub dedicated to patients, families and healthcare professionals affected by rare medical disorders.
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Many individuals want to know about healthcare professionals or researchers who have knowledge of their conditions. When a condition is rare, it can be difficult to find someone who has seen many cases. Although there is no list of experts in rare diseases, GARD's How to Find an Expert fact sheet provides several ways to identify healthcare professionals who have experience with a particular condition. Click on the link to access this resource and learn more.
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The Genetic Testing Registry (GTR) provides information about the genetic tests for this condition. The intended audience for the GTR is health care providers and researchers. Patients and consumers with specific questions about a genetic test should contact a health care provider or a genetics professional.
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GeneTests lists laboratories offering clinical genetic testing for the CACNB4-related, CLCN2-related, EFHC1-related, GABRA1-related, and GABRD-related types. Clinical genetic tests are ordered to help diagnose a person or family and to aid in decisions regarding medical care or reproductive issues. Talk to your health care provider or a genetic professional to learn more about your testing options.
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Parent Resources
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The Parent Technical Assistance Center Network provides a list of the Parent Training and Information Centers in each state. These centers are funded by the United States Department of Education to provide early intervention and special education information and training to parents of children with disabilities from birth to age 26. Click on the link to find the Parent Center in your state.
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Past Conferences
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RDCRN 3rd Conference on Clinical Research for Rare Diseases, October 2, 2012
Location: Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, Rockville, MD Description: Clinical research in rare diseases presents a number of challenges and unique issues that are not usually considered in the training of clinical investigators through existing training programs. Goals of the conference include: direct instruction of trainees and new investigators in rare disease research methodology; development of a reusable curriculum/syllabus on rare disease research methodology; and stimulation of ideas regarding the unique issues facing investigators engaged in the study of rare diseases.
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VI International Conference on Rare Diseases and Orphan Drugs (ICORD 2010): Global Approach to Accessibility in Rare Diseases, Orphan Drugs and Neglected Diseases , March 18, 2010 - March 20, 2010
Location: Palais Rouge Convention Center, Palermo, Buenos Aires Description: For the first time, the VI International Conference on Rare Diseases and Orphan Drugs (ICORD 2010) was convened in the southern hemisphere in agreement with its aim of globalization of rare diseases research and orphan products development activities.
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Ketone Bodies in the Treatment of Disease Including Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, September 26, 2003
Location: NIH Campus, Bethesda, MD Description: This conference focused on ketones in disease, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy, myclonic epilepsy, leukodystrophy, and movement disorders as well as brain substrates, metabolites, and transporters affected by ketones.
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Clinical Trials & Research (Found 4 resources)
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NIH Clinical Trials and You is a website developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to help people learn more about clinical trials, why they matter, and how to participate.
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Orphanet lists clinical trials, research studies, and patient registries enrolling people with this condition. Click on Orphanet to view the list.
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The Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tool (RePORT) provides access to reports, data, and analyses of research activities at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including information on NIH expenditures and the results of NIH-supported research. Although these projects may not conduct studies on humans, you may want to contact the investigators to learn more. To search for studies, click on the link and enter the disease name in the "Terms Search" box. Then click "Submit Query".
Link: http://projectreporter.nih.gov/reporter.cfm
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Patient Registry
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ResearchMatch is a free national research registry designed to bring together patients, healthy volunteers and researchers. Anyone from the United States can register with ResearchMatch, and a parent, legal guardian, or caretaker may register on behalf of a volunteer. Researchers from participating institutions use the ResearchMatch database to search for patients or healthy volunteers who meet the study criteria. Many studies are looking for healthy people of all ages, while some are looking for people with specific illnesses. ResearchMatch was developed by major academic institutions across the country and is funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences.
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