Tag Archives: Types Of Epileptic Seizures
Staring-Spell Seizures: They’re Not All the Same
Most people understand that there are multiple types of epileptic seizures. The best known variety–and certainly the most spectacular–is often termed “grand mal,” which is French for “major illness.” In these attacks the patients lose consciousness, fall to the ground … Continue reading
Epilepsy – Know the Facts
Epilepsy is a chronic disorder occurring most frequently in adolescents and the elderly. It can also occur in patients that have recently had or recovered from brain surgery. Epilepsy is neurological in nature and causes periodic seizures, which reflect brain … Continue reading
Generalized Seizures – An Overview
When you think about epilepsy, you may think of it as a single disorder. However, it is a group of related disorders that are characterized by recurrent seizures. Depending on the type of epilepsy involved, different types of them can … Continue reading