What are the most severe consequences of seizures?
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A tonic clonic seizure (grand mal) lasting for 10 minutes or more can lead to brain cell loss/damage and even death. My brother has epilepsy and it's a very serious disorder. =>
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I had epilepsy of some or other sort as a child, i do not remember what kind though, but I stayed away from all forms of stress, that included me playing basketball (I was very competitive in it). I also tried to remain as calm as I could always, and watched out for anything that I did, watched, spoke about, ate, etc... and saw the different reactions to it... and now, i dont have it anymore, i have stayed away from a lot of things... maybe you could try doing this too, I hope you get over it...
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No, but there are doctors who are searching for a cure. I have included a VERY brief list of sources of people who are researching this. Ask your doctor about all of this. Some of the newer designer drugs work quite well with different types of seizures.
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In my opinion, ALL of the injuries COULD have been caused by a seizure.  Seizures, especially full-blown, grand mal seizures often do leave the person with no memory of the event.  So could drugs and/or a good beating.  As the ME aptly noted,  the colar bone injury is a little disturbing, especially in light of the fact that the low-life boyfriend likes to beat on girls.  The scratches, with the seizure having happened on a carpeted floor, are worrysome too.  I'll avoid trashing the boyfriend too badly for the absolutely inappropriate use of CPR, which undoubtedly did more harm than good, as I have seen countless well-meaning, otherwise intelligent people use it inappropriately as well.  No one has even mentioned the scariest, and to me, the most telling part of the story.  He put her to bed?  Not only could a first-time seizure be a sign of another serious, even life-threatening, illness or injury, not only did she just have "CPR" performed on her which could have caused a life-threatening injury, but she was less than fully conscious (she did not remember going to bed) and had just vomited! People can and do die from something as simple as vomiting - when they vomit while unconscious.  This girl needs to:\n1.  See a doctor\n2.  Lose the loser boyfriend\n3.  Get some counceling so she won't choose a replacement loser.
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any time there is an injury to the brain, there is a potential for seizure activity associated with that trauma.  You should be seeing a neurologist and getting a work up done which includes, EEG, CT and MRI.
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Google "focal Seizures" and "focal brain lesions" for more info.  Basically, s specific area of the brain has "scarring" from whatever the cause might be (there are many causes).  This causes limitation or loss of the functions that are governed by that specific area of the brain.  In addition, it can cause seizures.  A focal seizure can be so slight that you could overlook it.  A tqitch of one finger or a repetitive motion.  There are many help groups and a lot of info on the web 4 you...good luck
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Breathing slows, becomes irregular, or stops. Heart beats irregularly or stops. Hypothermia (low body temperature). Hypoglycemia (too little blood sugar) leads to seizures. Untreated severe dehydration from vomiting can cause seizures, permanent brain damage, or death.
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My epilepsy started when I was eighteen i am thirtyseven now and haven`t changed my diet at all ecxept maybe for the worst the only that has gotten my seizures under control has been medication. Diet has never played a role in it. Sleep is a definate must though, and never try not eating anything at all.
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It can be a disability depending on many factors. Is it wrong for not informing employers? This may sound harsh but definitely, how would he/she feel if they severely injured someone or even themselves if they had a seizure during the course of their job and in this sad culture of litigation the financial implications could be enormous. Employers should be informed so they can perform an accurate risk assessment that ultimately will not only benefit the person but the whole workforce at large.
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You can go to pubmed.com you should be able to find out more information there. I have had a 'TYPE' of seizure disorder since I was five, I am now 28-with a 7 yr old-who has no symptoms of ever having any type of seizure disorder - I even had one while I was pregnant for her, she is perfectly normal and healthy. Good luck on finding what you need to know!!
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I am 29 and have Epilepsy.  I have had it since i was 7yrs old.  Seizures were controlled with medication for many years but recently started up again.  I don't know of any support groups but you can get some really good advice from people in the forum rooms on the Epilepsy Organisation Website.  They will also send you a monthly newsletter.  I found it helpful!  It's something that you just have to get on with, it's a part of your life.  Good luck. xxx
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It depends on the type of seizure with which you are afflicted as well as the frequency of the seizures and its controllability by medication or some other treatment.  If you have Simple Partial seizures and it is controlled by medication, you are not considered disabled.\n\nIf you have Complex Partial seizures, which is more difficult to control even with medication, you may want to visit a neurologist so they can make a proper diagnosis and suggest treatment.\n\nIf you have Grand Mal seizures, the frequency and severity of the seizures could render you unemployable.  You may want to look into Vagus Nerve Stimulation if you have this type of seizure.\n\nhttp://www.neurologychannel.com/vagus/
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all answers above are correct.  the teeth are not causing seizures and, any type of surgery/stress may induce a seizure, so your oral surgeon needs to know your history.
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Absolutely not.  CP is a condition, it is not a disease that gets worse and eventually causes death.  People that have it can live the same amount as everyone else.  They may have seizures, which can cause sudden falls and may result in injuries and even death, but it is not likely.  Usually people with seizures recognize their aura and know when a seizure is about to happen and they take measures to ensure their safety.
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Posturing is a classic effect during a seizure and a classic sign of permanent brain damage when the posturing is constant. It is very serious.
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(m)\n\nEpilepsy, also called seizure disorder, chronic brain disorder that briefly interrupts the normal electrical activity of the brain to cause seizures, characterized by a variety of symptoms including uncontrolled movements of the body, disorientation or confusion, sudden fear, or loss of consciousness. Epilepsy may result from a head injury, stroke, brain tumor, lead poisoning, genetic conditions, or severe infections like meningitis or encephalitis. In over 70 percent of cases no cause for epilepsy is identified. Some 40 to 50 million people suffer from epilepsy worldwide and the majority of cases are in developing countries.\n\nEpileptic seizures vary in intensity and symptoms depending on what part of the brain is involved. In partial seizures, the most common form of seizure in adults, only one area of the brain is involved. Partial seizures are classified as simple partial, complex partial (also known as psychomotor), and absence (also known as myoclonic or petit mal) seizures.\n\nPeople who have simple partial seizures may experience unusual sensations such as uncontrollable jerky motions of a body part, sight or hearing impairment, sudden sweating or flushing, nausea, and feelings of fear.\n\nComplex partial seizures, also called temporal lobe epilepsy, last for only one or two minutes. The individual may appear to be in a trance and moves randomly with no control over body movements. The individual's activity does not cease during the seizure, but behavior is random and totally unrelated to the individual's surroundings. This form of seizure may be preceded by an aura (a warning sensation characterized by feelings of fear, abdominal discomfort, dizziness, or strange odors and sensations).\n\nAbsence seizures, rare in adults, are characterized by a sudden, momentary loss or impairment of consciousness. Overt symptoms are often as slight as an upward staring of the eyes, a staggering gait, or a twitching of the facial muscles. No aura occurs and the person often resumes activity without realizing that the seizure has occurred.\n\nIn a second type of epilepsy, known as generalized seizure, tonic clonic, grand mal, or convulsion, the whole brain is involved. This type of seizure is often signaled by an involuntary scream, caused by contraction of the muscles that control breathing. As loss of consciousness sets in, the entire body is gripped by a jerking muscular contraction. The face reddens, breathing stops, and the back arches. Subsequently, alternate contractions and relaxations of the muscles throw the body into sometimes violent agitation such that the person may be subject to serious injury. After the convulsion subsides, the person is exhausted and may sleep heavily. Confusion, nausea, and sore muscles are often experienced upon awakening, and the individual may have no memory of the seizure. Attacks occur at varying intervals, in some people as seldom as once a year and in others as frequently as several times a day. About 8 percent of those subject to generalized seizures may have status epilepticus, in which seizures occur successively with no intervening periods of consciousness. These attacks may be fatal unless treated promptly with the drug diazepam.
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Seizures are caused by irregular patterns of over electrical stimulation of neurons in one part of the brain that then radiate through other neurons across multiple parts of the brain. The sensation of an aura is caused at the beginning of this stimulation and then rapidly a seizure will onset.