What is a “seizure”?
The term ‘seizure’ is used to describe what is happening in the brain during an Epileptic episode. Seizures may vary from the briefest lapses of attention or muscle jerks to severe and prolonged convulsions.
Common seizure triggers include:
There are many different types of seizures, and they can be unique to each individual.
Forgetting or failing to take prescribed medication. Diarrhoea and vomiting (which is known to prevent the absorption of any medication) Illness with a high temperature Fatigue Over-excitement Hysteria Stress Fear Loud noises and bright lights e.g. lightening General anesthetics sometimes can bring on a seizure for some people