title: Effect of sexual hormones on the electroencephalogram and seizures.
abstract: The role of hormones and reproductive function in electroencephalography (EEG) and epilepsy has long intrigued electroencephalographers. In this report, the relationship between the menstrual cycle and pregnancy and EEG changes and seizure frequency is reviewed. These neurophysiologic changes are likely secondary to hormonal effects. The effect of these hormones on experimental animal models is also reviewed.
authors.forename: G L
authors.initials: GL
authors.lastname: Holmes
authors.forename: J O
authors.initials: JO
authors.lastname: Donaldson
mesh_terms: D004569:Electroencephalography; D004827:Epilepsy / Q000503:physiopathology*; D005260:Female; D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones