THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF EPILEPTIC SEIZURE: FURTHER DEFINITIONS

There are a few more aspects of epileptic seizures that require explanation.

Some people may have a warning of seizure. The first type of warning is a vague feeling of an impending seizure, particularly before a tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure. This prodrome may last several hours. It has no obvious physiological [...]

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Symptom: Inability to sit still or be quiet for more than a very short period.

Home care: Hyperactivity always requires professional evaluation and treatment.

Precautions

-    Do not confuse a child’s natural tendency to be active with true hyperkinesis.

-    Never accept a diagnosis of hyperkinesis from anyone except a professional.

-    Do not try to deal with hyperactivity at home; it always [...]

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