Seizures

An uncontrollable disturbance in the brain occurs suddenly, which leads to seizures. There is a behavioural change noticed in the bodily movements and different levels of consciousness.

Symptoms of Seizures

Following are a few symptoms which range from mild to severe depending on the occurrence of the seizure:

• Loss in the level of awareness and consciousness
• Jerky moments around the legs and arms 
• Emotional disturbances like fear and anxiety and similar

 Risk Factors involving a Seizure

The risk factors are classified based on the conditions which lead to a seizure, as follows:

• Brain injury 
• Strokes related to the artery blocks 
• Internal bleeding in the brain 
• Mild head injuries lead to a brief loss of consciousness.
• High fever

Treatment of Seizure

If a person suffers a seizure attack once, it doesn’t need to follow a repetition. The treatment of seizures is monitored based on the doctor’s decision. The following practice methodologies are followed to treat seizure attacks:

• Anti-seizure medications are considered the first option that evolves minimal side effects. Medical practitioners prescribe multiple medications at times of need.
• Diet foods which involve high in fat and low in carbohydrates. It is a form of a ketogenic diet.
• Surgery is recommended only in incases where medications and diet do not respond. The surgery is also done mainly on people who have recurrent seizures in the same part of the brain.
• Electrical Stimulation is also one of the forms of treatment, and this includes different stimulation therapies such as
  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation
  • Responsive Neurostimulation
  • Deep brain stimulation

Support from family and friends would surely be of great help. The immediate family must know the information related to the seizure to be of great help. 

Regular health checkups with your family doctor will keep surely be helpful for immediate medical attention.