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recurrent seizures
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Mind Map on recurrent seizures, created by monii xy on 08/10/2020.
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recurrent seizures
anatomy of the cerebral cortex
seizures
a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain
causes
fever
trauma
infections
strokes
brain tumor
types
non -epileptic
generalized
partial
aura
a feeling or sensation that a seizure will happen
epilepsy
central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal
causing seizures
Management
differs between generalised , partial and absence seizure
Generalised
valproic acid
lamotrigine
topiramate
Absence
valproic acid
ethosuxmide
alternatives
zonisamide
phenytoin
Investigations
family history
examination
lab test
EEG
prognosis
Prognosis in epilepsy refers to the probability of either achieving seizure remission (SR)
20-30% excellent prognosis
psychological impact
on self
Grief
on family
stress
on relationship
social isolation
stigma
Pathophysiology of seizures
paroxysmal discharges from groups of neurons, which arise
as a result of excessive excitation or loss of inhibition
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