Understanding Infantile Spasms - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Research

Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan New York (EFMNY)
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Published on Dec 3, 2015

Pediatric neurologist Dr. Steven Wolf & Patricia McGoldrick of the Mount Sinai Epilepsy Center discuss Infantile Spasms, also known as West Syndrome, a rare form of childhood epilepsy that typically affects infants within the first year of life. Learn how to recognize the seizure clusters typical of Infantile Spasms, why early diagnosis and treatment is paramount, and what is being done in the field of neurology to end Infantile Spasms.

In honor of Infantile Spasms Awareness Week, share this video with friends and family, and help us bring awareness to the world.

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