Epilepsy is a severe neurological disorder that can result in unpredictable seizures and a variety of other health conditions. Although seizures can affect any part of the body, the source of all symptoms starts in the brain.
What Happens to Your Brain During a Seizure?
During a seizure, your brain will experience multiple bursts of electricity that can lead to a multitude of symptoms depending on what area of the brain is affected. Your brain is responsible for control of sight, sound, and movement. Therefore, when you experience a seizure some of these may trigger or may completely shut down.
With a direct link to sensory control, seizures can cause extremes in your senses such as vision problems, unusual smells and tastes, loss or amplification of hearing, vision disturbance, and inability to control muscles. During this time you may also experience uncontrollable thoughts or feelings. To provide a visual image, a seizure is like having an electrical storm raging in your brain.
What is CBD Oil?
CBD oil is derived from the cannabis plant that is used to aid in neurological conditions and other maladies. While linked to the cannabis plant, the oil extract does not affect the brain in the same way that THC does. Use of CBD oil is not only being researched due to its benefits but also because of its lack of major side effects.
How Can CBD Oil Affect the Brain of Someone With Epilepsy?
CBD oil is now being researched as a possible treatment or eventual cure for epilepsy conditions. It has been shown to have analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective attributes. Once it has entered your blood stream, CBD oil works by interacting with specific brain neuron receptors: opioid, which aids in pain relief, dopamine receptors that regulate cognitive and behavioral issues, and serotonin receptors, which are responsible for a variety of physical and mental health issues.
CBD oil has also been shown in studies to possess anticonvulsant properties. This along with its interaction with other brain receptors helps to reduce the number of seizures an epileptic patient has as well as lessen symptoms, such as pain that can be associated with the condition.
What Are The Benefits of CBD?
It’s worth talking to your doctor today to see if CBD oil may be a future solution for you. If you or your loved one suffers from epilepsy and you would like to find out more on treatment options contact Complete Neurological Care today to set up an appointment.
