epileptic seizure
Neurological electrical surge
An epileptic seizure is a sudden episode of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, causing involuntary movements, sensations, or loss of consciousness.
Seizures range from brief lapses in awareness to violent convulsions.
Someone having a seizure should not be restrained; clear the area of hazards and let it pass.
She learned to recognize the warning signs before an epileptic seizure.
- convulsionsInvoluntary muscular contractions
- grand malSevere convulsive seizure type
- muscle stiffnessReduced flexibility in tissue
- bite guardOral appliance preventing grinding
- brain injuryDamage to cranial organ
atonic · absence · loss of consciousness · petit mal · genetic predisposition · MRI scan · myoclonic · first aid · emergency room · automatisms · ketogenic diet · staring spells · aura · warning signs · Dravet syndrome · stroke · CT scan · fever
epileptic seizuremental clarity
Sharpness of thought
remission · clear-headedness · lucidity · alertness · wakefulness
epileptic seizurevoluntary movement
Self-initiated bodily action
stillness · relaxation · repose · steady state · equilibrium
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