The first seizures can be a very scary time for teens and their families. People don’t know what is happening, who to see and may not even know what information to share…
What Happens When Seizures Are Not Easily Controlled?
Approximately 30% of people with epilepsy have seizures that are difficult to control despite one or more medications. These are referred to as refractory seizures. In these situations, the first step is…
Seizures and Teens | Partial Seizures
Partial seizures begin with an abnormal burst of electrical activity from a restricted brain area. Most partial seizures arise from the temporal or frontal lobes. Head injury, brain infections and problems in…
Seizures and Teens | Primary Seizures
Idiopathic (Primary) Generalized Seizures The cause of most generalized seizures is unknown (also called idiopathic), although genetic factors are suspected. The three most common types are: Absence Myoclonic Tonic-clonic Absence Seizures (Often…
Seizures and Teens | Types of Seizures
Seizures can be broadly separated into two groups: (1) primary generalized seizures and (2) partial seizures. Primary generalized seizures begin with a widespread, excessive electrical discharge that involves both sides of the…
Seizures and Teens | Understanding Seizures
Common Imitators of Epilepsy Fainting spells or syncope Migraines Movement disorders Heart rhythm disorders Sleep disturbances Staring spells, daydreaming Attention problems Rage attacks Other behavior problems Anxiety or panic attacks It is…
Seizures in dogs | What Causes Seizures?
Many things can tip the balance between excitation and inhibition in the brain toward too much excitation. Keep in mind, we’re talking about the excitatory influences on nerve cells in the brain,…
Seizures in Dogs | Effects of Seizures
Most seizures are brief, and with proper treatment, the pet can lead a normal life. None-the-less, seizures are serious are serious business and even short seizures can cause brain damage. That damage…
Seizures in Dogs | Types of Seizures
What is a seizure? Seizures are caused by an electrical storm in the brain. Normal brain cells (neurons) use the electrical and chemical signals to communicate with each other. This communication can…