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< Back If the seizure affects an area of your brain responsible for understanding language, you may not be able to speak coherently during a seizure. You may also not understand what other people are saying to you. Complex focal seizures last for about 1 minute. Previous Next

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< Back Secondary generalized seizures begin in a part of the brain that normally controls movements, sensations, or emotions. They usually affect both sides of the brain and have symptoms similar to those of primary generalized seizures. Previous Next

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< Back Seizures are one of the most common neurological disorders in the United States, affecting more than 2.3 million people in the country. This makes it very critical for Americans to try and understand what seizures are in order to fully grasp their impact on general health. Previous Next

< Back After the seizure, the person may remain unconscious for a few minutes up to a few hours. When they regain consciousness, they may be confused, tired, and have a headache and muscle aches. A person experiencing this type of seizure usually can't remember what happened during it. Previous Next

< Back Secondary generalized seizures begin as a focal seizure and spread to involve both sides of the brain. They begin in one area of the brain, then spread to both sides. This type of seizure involves a temporary disruption of electrical activity that affects both sides of the brain. Previous Next

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< Back Make sure you’re seeking help from a qualified medical professional when it comes to your epilepsy or other seizure-related condition. A general practitioner can refer you to a neurologist who can determine the type of seizures you’re experiencing, as well as the best course of treatment for you. Previous Next