Caused by abnormal brain activity, seizures briefly alter a person's consciousness, movements, or actions. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at seizures, including detailed information on their causes, symptoms, and treatment.
This eMedTV resource explains how most types of seizures fall into two major categories -- focal seizures and generalized seizures. This article also stresses the importance of knowing what the different kinds of seizures look like.
A person is considered to have a seizure disorder when he or she has had two or more epileptic seizures. This eMedTV article provides an overview of this condition, including details about the current research on their treatment and prevention.
Head injury, fever, and medical conditions such as brain tumors are possible causes of seizures. This eMedTV article explores these and other things that can cause seizures, including developmental problems and chemical imbalances.
Seizures and epilepsy are often linked, but it's possible to have a seizure and not have epilepsy. This eMedTV article discusses first seizures, febrile seizures, and other types of seizures that may not be associated with epilepsy.
Most states have special driving restrictions for people who have seizures. As this eMedTV article explains, the laws vary from state to state. This resource offers practical information for people with questions about seizures and driving.
As this eMedTV article explains, helping someone who is having a seizure may involve moving any sharp objects out of the way and turning the person on his or her side. This page lists actions you can take when providing first aid for seizures.
