Convulsions

Convulsions are a type of seizure that cause a person's body to shake rapidly and uncontrollably. They can occur as a result of a number of different medical conditions, including epilepsy, fever in children (also known as febrile seizures), and some genetic disorders.

Causes[edit | edit source]

Convulsions can be caused by a variety of different conditions. Some of the most common include:

Epilepsy: This is a neurological disorder that can cause recurrent seizures. Convulsions are a common symptom of many types of epilepsy.
Febrile seizures: These are convulsions that occur in children who have a high fever. They are usually harmless and do not indicate a long-term problem.
Genetic disorders: Some genetic disorders can cause convulsions. These include Dravet syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, and Tuberous sclerosis.

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

The main symptom of a convulsion is rapid, uncontrollable shaking of the body. This can be accompanied by other symptoms, such as:

Loss of consciousness
Confusion or disorientation after the convulsion
Biting the tongue or inside of the mouth
Loss of bladder or bowel control

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment for convulsions depends on the underlying cause. For example, if the convulsions are caused by epilepsy, treatment may involve antiepileptic drugs. If they are caused by a high fever in a child, treatment may involve lowering the child's temperature.

See also[edit | edit source]

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