Seizure: occurs when part(s) of the brain receive a burst of abnormal electrical signals that temporarily interrupts normal electrical brain function. read more
Types of generalized seizures include the following: Absence seizures (petit mal seizures): characterized by brief, altered state of consciousness and staring episodes. The mouth or face may twitch or the eyes may blink rapidly. The seizure usually lasts no longer than 30 seconds. read more
Epilepsy is a neurological condition involving the brain that makes people more susceptible to having seizures. It is one of the most common disorders of the nervous system and affects people of all ages, races and ethnic background. read more
Seizures are brief behavioural changes caused by the abnormally synchronous and rhythmic firing of neuronal assemblies in the brain, which may either involve specific systems of the brain or start in a restricted area and spread to involve multiple cortical and subcortical circuits. read more
Seizure: occurs when part(s) of the brain receive a burst of abnormal electrical signals that temporarily interrupts normal electrical brain function. During a seizure, the nerve cells leave their normal activities, and fire in massive, synchronized bursts. read more
Epilepsy is a neurological condition involving the brain that makes people more susceptible to having seizures. It is one of the most common disorders of the nervous system and affects people of all ages, races and ethnic background. When a person has two or more seizures, he or she is considered to have epilepsy. read more
Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder, affecting 1–2% of the population worldwide, and is characterised by recurrent spontaneous seizures. read more