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Sudden convulsions (often described as seizures) are episodes of involuntary muscle jerking caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. They can involve loss or alteration of consciousness and may last a few seconds to several minutes. A single episode does not always indicate a long-term condition, but repeated events may signal epilepsy or another underlying problem.
Causes vary and include epilepsy, febrile seizures in children, head injury, stroke, infections such as meningitis,
During a convulsion, a person may have stiffening of the body, rhythmic jerking, or lapses in awareness.
Evaluation typically includes a medical history and physical examination, EEG to assess brain electrical activity, and
First aid during a convulsion emphasizes safety: protect the person from injury, do not restrain movements,
Prognosis varies with cause; many people with epilepsy achieve good seizure control with medication, though some