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	Seizure - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Seizures (or convulsions) are temporary alterations in brain function expressing themselves as a changed mental state, such as tonic or clonic movements and various other symptoms.
		However, a seizure can also be as subtle as marching numbness of a part of body, a brief loss of memory, sparkling of flashes, sensing an unpleasant odor, a strange epigastric sensation or a sensation of fear.
		Seizures are often associated with epilepsy and related seizure disorders, although head trauma, intoxication, infection, metabolic disturbances, withdrawal symptoms (from sedatives such as alcohol, barbiturates and benzodiazepines) and space-occupying processes in the brain (abscesses, tumors) may also cause them.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Seizure (984 words)

	Discovery Health :: Diseases & Conditions :: generalized tonic-clonic seizure
		Seizures are caused by sudden, large discharges of electrical impulses from brain cells.
		Generalized tonic-clonic seizures were formerly called grand mal seizures.
		Symptoms of seizures vary according to the type of seizure and the portion of the brain that is affected.
	health.discovery.com /encyclopedias/illnesses.html?article=1848&page=1 (576 words)

	Other Seizure Types
		Atypical absence seizures are similar to typical absence seizures [link to question above], but usually have more pronounced jerking or automatic movements, a duration of longer than 20 seconds, incomplete loss of awareness, and are associated with other types of seizures and a damaged nervous system.
		They start in part of the brain as an aura (a simple partial seizure) or as a change in awareness (a complex partial seizure) before spreading throughout the brain to become a generalized, usually tonic clonic, seizure, tonic clonic seizures] in which consciousness is lost.
		When a seizure goes on longer than 30 minutes, or repeats in a series, the person is in status epilepticus.
	www.epilepsytoronto.org /types.html (915 words)

	First Aid for Seizures - NYU Epilepsy Center
		A tonic-clonic seizure is frightening, but a single, brief seizure is rarely dangerous to the person having the seizure, and never dangerous to anyone else, except possibly a baby the person may be caring for.
		After the seizure is over, do not try to restrain the person; he or she may be confused, and restraint may provoke agitation and a violent reaction.
		Complex partial seizures (temporal lobe seizures or psychomotor seizures) are called "complex'' because they cause an impairment of consciousness and "partial'' because they begin in a restricted region of the brain.
	www.neurologychannel.com /nyu/firstaid.html (1274 words)

	Types
		Simple (typical) absence seizures are without motor symptoms; complex (atypical) absence seizures are otherwise by which differentiation from complex partial seizures is difficult and requires EEG to distinguish them.
		It includes the alternation between the tonic part (the stiffening of the body) as in the arching of back and the clonic part (the rhythmic jerking of the body or a body part) involving all skeletal muscles.
		Seizures last 1-2 minutes with rapid return of consciousness but in atypical febrile seizures, it is prolonged to exceed 15 minutes.
	members.tripod.com /kinsei78/Type.htm (871 words)

	Seizure intro
		A generalized seizure, though, affects the entire brain at its onset, and thus usually leaves "no one there" to be aware of the spell.
		A "tonic-clonic" seizure is one which starts with continuous tonic stiffening and is then followed by a clonic phase of rhythmic jerks.
		A "Jacksonian march" is the label given to a seizure which spreads along the cortex with resultant spread of the clinical seizure along one hemisphere.
	www.pediatricneurology.com /seizure_intro.htm (843 words)

	Clonic Seizures : Epilepsy.com
		Clonic seizures consist of rhythmic jerking movements of the arms and legs, sometimes on both sides of the body.
		Much more common are tonic-clonic seizures, in which the jerking is preceded by stiffening (the "tonic" part).
		A factor distinguishing clonic from tonic-clonic seizures is that clonic seizures are not followed by a period of tiredness or confusion.
	www.epilepsy.com /epilepsy/seizure_clonic.html (270 words)

	Epilepsy West Lothian - www.epilepsywestlothian.co.uk
		It is not usually necessary to call a doctor or an ambulance when a person with epilepsy has a seizure that follows the expected pattern, UNLESS the seizure exceeds 5 minutes.
		The person hits their head during the seizure and there is no sign of consciousness being regained within 10 minutes of the convulsions ceasing.
		The seizure has occurred in water and it is suspected that water has been inhaled.
	www.epilepsywestlothian.co.uk /factsheets/first_aid_for_seizures.htm (664 words)

	Seizure Disorder - Health Conditions - Conditions & Treatments - DrugDigest
		Myoclonic seizures are one of the few types of generalized seizures that don't lead to loss of consciousness.
		Tonic-clonic seizures are characterized by a period of stiffness affecting a group of muscles, followed by rapid, jerking motions of the same muscle group.
		These seizures occur in the same way that tonic-clonic seizures do except that there are multiple seizures and there is no recovery period between the seizures.
	www.drugdigest.org /DD/HC/Symptoms/0,4048,550187,00.html (650 words)

	What are the Different Kinds of Epilepsy (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		About 80% of these complex partial seizures take place in the temporal lobe of the brain, which is close to the ear, and they are sometimes called temporal lobe seizures.
		Clonic seizures cause muscles to jerk on both sides of the body, but the body does not go rigid as in tonic seizures.
		Myoclonic seizures may cause the muscles to jerk and twitch in a part of the body such as an arm or leg, or in the whole body.
	www.ehealthmd.com /library/epilepsy/EPI_kinds.html (1389 words)

	About Epilepsy: Common Terms
		Generalized seizure: Seizure that involves the entire brain and causes tonic and clonic movements or another type of generalized epilepsy such as atonic, myoclonic or absence.
		Tonic seizure: A generalized seizure that involves stiffening or rigidity of the entire body.
		Tonic-clonic seizure: Generalized seizure characterized by loss of consciousness, falling, stiffening of the body (tonic phase), then rhythmic jerking movements or convulsions (clonic phase.) This is the type of seizure most commonly thought of as epilepsy.
	www.epilepsysandiego.org /common_terms.htm (1305 words)

	Postgraduate Medicine: Evaluation of a first seizure
		In addition, the typical duration of a tonic-clonic seizure is 50 to 92 seconds, whereas the range for psychogenic seizures is 20 to 805 seconds (4).
		Partial (ie, focal) seizures occur within one or more restricted regions of the brain and are a secondary effect of a localized physiologic or structural abnormality of the brain (eg, tumor, dysplasia, stroke, trauma).
		The most important predictors of recurrence are the cause of the seizure (eg, symptomatic cause such as head injury), the detection of focal abnormalities on neurologic examination or imaging studies, and the presence of epileptiform abnormalities on the EEG.
	www.postgradmed.com /issues/2002/01_02/prego.htm (3233 words)

	ENLmedical.com: Conditions And Concerns: Medical Encyclopedia: Generalized tonic-clonic seizure
		An isolated seizure with an obvious, avoidable trigger (such as fever and toxic reactions) is treated by removal or treatment of the precipitating (trigger) factor.
		Seizures that recur with little or no observable cause are most commonly associated with seizure disorders (epilepsy).
		Seizures that occur singly or in a closely associated group are commonly from an acute condition such as brain injury.
	www.enlmedical.com /article/000695.htm (1318 words)

	Student Transportation - Seizure Disorders (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Other types of seizures not classified as epilepsy include those caused by imbalance of body fluids or chemicals or by alcohol or drug withdrawal.
		Seizures are classified as either generalized or partial depending upon how much of the brain is affected.
		After the seizure, allow the student to lie flat, with his head turned to the side (in case he vomits).
	www.state.ia.us /educate/ecese/fn/trans/seizure.html (686 words)

	Seizure (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Seizures (or convulsions) are temporary alterations in brain function expressing themselves into a changed mental state, tonic or clonic movements and various other symptoms.
		A person who is going into seizures of any kind continuously, with little or no time separating one from the next, is said to be in "status epilepticus." This is the most dangerous situation possible with regard to seizures.
		Witnesses also need to summon paramedics so that any injuries sustained during the seizure can be treated and the victim can be monitored in a safe hospital environment for subsequent seizures or status epilepticus.
	www.worldhistory.com /wiki/S/Seizure.htm (793 words)

	SIU Center for Epilepsy (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The first treatments, Dilantin (she developed a rash) and Tegretol (she began to experience absence seizures) were discontinued in the first year and she was put on Depakote.
		Since she has been taking Zarontin, not only has she experienced tonic-clonic seizures, she has been diagnosed as being depressed and is in the throws of an eating disorder (bulimia) We are curious as to the side effects of Zarontin, i.e.
		You might consider having your daughter evaluated by a comprehensive epilepsy program to determine her seizure types, as well as to find a drug regimen that controls her seizures with minimal side effects.
	www.siumed.edu /neuro/epilepsy/QNA/ESMGTC.html (431 words)

	Seizure types (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		During the seizure the person may have a glassy stare, give no response or a confused response, move about aimlessly, make lip-smacking or chewing motions, fidget with clothes, appear drunk, drugged or even psychotic.
		Both types of seizures can produce injuries to the face and head and children who have them may have to wear protective helmets until the seizures are controlled.
		A single seizure may occur or they may happen in a cluster, leading to a tonic clonic seizure.
	members.aol.com /dreamnman3/seizure.htm (756 words)

	Health Topics
		An isolated seizure with an obvious trigger (such as fever and toxic reaction) is treated by eliminating or avoiding the precipitating factor.
		Patients who continue to have seizures despite several medications may benefit from a vagal nerve stimulator (implantable device that stimulates a nerve in the neck) or from brain surgery to remove tissue responsible for causing the seizures.
		Seizures that occur singly or in closely associated groups are commonly caused by a condition such as brain injury.
	www.netwellness.org /ency/article/000695.htm (1790 words)

	Epilepsy - Dealing With a Tonic-Clonic Seizure - Patient UK
		Tonic-clonic seizures are a common form of epileptic seizure.
		If there is a warning or 'aura' before a seizure, it may be possible to guide the person to a safe place or cushion the expected fall to the ground.
		It is normal for breathing to stop for a short while during the stiff (tonic) part of the seizure.
	www.patient.co.uk /showdoc.asp?doc=23068974 (503 words)

	Epilepsy Fdn. - Medical Aspects: First Aid for Generalized Tonic Clonic Seizures (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		At the end of the seizure, make sure the mouth is cleared of food and saliva by turning the person on his or her side to provide an open airway and allow fluids to drain.
		Failure to resume breathing signals a complication of the seizure such as a blocked airway, heart attack or severe head or neck injury.
		If repeated seizures occur, or if a single seizure lasts longer than five minutes, the person should be taken to a medical facility immediately.
	www.epilepsyfoundation.org /answerplace/medical/firstaid/firstaidkeys.Cfm (478 words)

	Generalized Seizures - DrGreene.com - caring for the next generation
		Generalized seizures are disruptions of both sides of the brain at once, and as a result, usually include an impairment or loss of consciousness.
		When the generalized tonic-clonic seizure is finally over, the entire body relaxes, and the person is unconscious.
		Absence or petit mal seizures, by contrast, are often nothing more than brief, motionless, blank staring into space.
	www.drgreene.org /body.cfm?id=21&action=detail&ref=156 (409 words)

	Caring for Children with Special Needs: Seizure Disorders
		The seizure may look like a tonic-clonic seizure because the child loses consciousness and has convulsions, but they are not epileptic seizures.
		This type of seizure often is the most dramatic and frightening to watch, but it is important to realize that a child having an epileptic seizure is usually unconscious and feels no pain.
		If the child has a series of convulsions, with each successive one occurring before he or she has fully recovered consciousness, or a single seizure lasting longer than 10 minutes, contact the child's parent or guardian, or seek medical treatment if that is what has been agreed on.
	www.ces.ncsu.edu /depts/fcs/human/pubs/nc16.html (1443 words)

	Generalized tonic-clonic seizures, Eastern Carolina
		Generalized tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures are the easiest seizures to recognize.
		This is the tonic phase of the seizure.
		This is the clonic phase of the seizure.
	www.uhseast.com /134220.cfm (269 words)

	Generalized tonic-clonic seizure - UMMC
		Diagnosis of a grand mal seizure is based on the symptoms and excluding other medical problems that can look like a seizure (such as heart arrythmia).
		An EEG may show characteristic changes and in some cases may show the focus (location of the cause of the seizure).
		An EEG can be normal in between seizures and a normal EEG does not rule out a seizure disorder.
	www.umm.edu /ency/article/generalized_tonic-clonic_seizure_symptoms_000695sym.htm (434 words)

	Healthopedia.com - Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure: Treatment & Monitoring (Grand Mal Seizure)
		Medicines used to treat seizures are known as anticonvulsants.
		If a person's seizures are not controlled with medicine, a vagal nerve stimulator may be used.
		Medicines used to treat seizures may cause drowsiness, dental problems, and allergic reactions.
	www.healthopedia.com /generalized-tonic-clonic-seizure/treatment.html (474 words)

	BrainTalk Communities - First time seeing friend have tonic clonic seizure
		The weird part is that the sun causes her seizures alot of the time, and though she was facing away from the sun when it started she turned herself to stare straight into it while she was seizuring.
		And at least I knew not to stick anything in her mouth (this is not well known it seems- the people at work that knew it happened kept telling me I should have so I had to direct them to websites- I learned it in a first aid class and fortunately somehow remembered!).
		Since this is the first GM seizure she has had in 14 years I figured it would be kind of good for her neurologist to know.
	brain.hastypastry.net /forums/showthread.php?t=69873 (1906 words)

	BrainTalk Communities - tonic clonic seizure questions
		Is there a specific time frame on a seizure to classify as tonic clonic.
		I had all of the symptoms of tonic clonic.
		I was told by some folks that my seizure was to short to classify as tonic clonic.
	brain.hastypastry.net /forums/showthread.php?t=29399 (743 words)

	PEOPLE W/SEIZURES-BEWARE OF BIAXIN
		After taking the medication for 3 days it threw me into a tonic-clonic seizure.
		I am an Epileptic, and this seizure happened while being on Neurontin, Topamax and Depakote.
		I ended up spending 5 days in MICU receiving Phenytoin to control the seizures.
	www.rxlist.com /rxboard/biaxin.pl?read=79 (236 words)

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