seizures, medical history or MRI will reveal a reason (such as trauma, stroke, or meningitis). Developmental scars are a common cause of focal seizures in children.
Generalized-onset Seizures
Seizures with generalized onset are characterized by surges of aberrant nerve discharges that occur in the cortex of the brain at roughly the same time. An imbalance in the brain’s “brakes” and “accelerators” of electrical activity is the most common cause.
Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of a seizure can range from minor to severe, depending on the type of seizure. The following are some of the indications and symptoms:
● Temporary perplexity
● A bout of staring
● Jerking movements of the arms and legs that are un
