A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled burst of electrical ⚡activity in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movement, sensation, or awareness.

Seizures vary widely in severity and duration, ranging from brief lapses in attention to intense convulsions.

The brain functions using electrical signals that allow different regions to communicate. A seizure occurs when these signals become disorganized, leading to a temporary disruption in normal brain function.

Types of Seizures

Seizures are broadly categorized into two main types:
1. Generalized Seizures:
• Affect both sides of the brain.
• Include subtypes such as tonic-clonic (grand mal), absence (petit mal), and atonic seizures.
2. Focal Seizures:
• Originate in one specific area of the brain.
• Can be simple (without loss of awareness) or complex (with impaired awareness).

Epilepsy vs. Seizures

While seizures can happen to anyone under certain conditions (e.g., head trauma, high fever), epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Having a single seizure does not mean a person has epilepsy.

Common Misconceptions About Seizures
• Myth: All seizures involve convulsions.
Fact: Some seizures, like absence seizures, cause only brief lapses in attention without physical symptoms.
• Myth: Seizures are always life-threatening.
Fact: While some seizures may require immediate medical care, most are not life-threatening.

Understanding seizures is crucial to providing the right care and support for affected individuals. Recognizing the types and knowing how to respond can make a significant difference in managing these events.

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