Seizures
Seizures are the sudden surges of electrical activities in your brain that tend to result in unconsciousness and involuntary movements. Episodes may occur because of trauma or medication that causes brain damage. Health conditions like a stroke can also result in bouts of seizures. Some symptoms that a person may experience while having a seizure are staring blankly, confused or dazed states, rapid blinking, crying out, shaking, twitching, muscle spasm, and changes in sensation, to cite some examples.
The condition is often classified into two different categories. Partial or focal seizures refer to those that begin in a single area of your brain, while generalized episodes usually occur in both. To diagnose seizures, healthcare providers may evaluate physical symptoms while carrying out tests, including an electroencephalogram, MRI scans, and positron emission tomographic or PET scans. Once they’ve come up with a diagnosis, they can formulate an ideal treatment plan to address the seizures.
Often, the treatment for seizures involves different methods, such as medication, surgery, and electrical stimulation. Lifestyle changes may also be required, as people who are vulnerable to seizures may experience episodes due to stress, sleep deprivation, fatigue, insufficient intake of food, and alcohol and drug misuse.