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I Had Petit Mal Seizures X 2 Yrs Then I Had A Grand Mal, Then Was Diagnosed Generalized Epilepsy. Can Petit Mal Seizurescause Brain Damage?
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posted January 18
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I think that it's different per person, I think it's had a effect on me, I am ok with that though considering the condition I have and what those effects come from, I am not complaining about it, but I live out my life with, my seizures are more stable than before I think, my opinion

posted January 19
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Yes, seizures can cause brain damage from prolonged seizure activity. A prolonged seizure is the electrical impulse from expanding longer it is in action. I was told if a seizure last 5 minutes get medical help, that is when it gets ready to start or increase brain injury. At least 5 minutes is what I was told for my type of seizures, which is complex partial. May be longer or shorter time before starting damage. Even if it's same type there are different strengths of the seizure. To find out how long is safe before start of damage ask your neurologist, they should be able to tell you the length before needing help is safe.

posted January 18
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Yes it can. I've been tested by neuro psych doctor to see effects seizures have had on my brain, as I started stuttering 3 yrs ago when seizures increased to monthly. Learned from testing it has impacted my memory, learning cognitive abilities and language as well. Also, learned it has caused extreme anxiety and depression. So, from neuro psych Dr says it can change or damage different parts of our brain can be affected

posted February 8
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Thx Dave!

posted January 19
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

You are welcome

posted January 19

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