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January 9
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Check the resource page on this site.
You could also go to the Epilepsy Foundation website . Or you can google search. ( or whatever engine server you use. ) thru the search engine.

January 9 (edited)
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What are grand mal seizures?

Grand mal seizures are now called generalized tonic-clonic seizures. This updated terminology better describes what happens during the seizure, but both terms refer to the same type of seizure that affects both sides of the brain simultaneously.

These seizures have two distinct phases:

* Tonic Show Full Answer

What are grand mal seizures?

Grand mal seizures are now called generalized tonic-clonic seizures. This updated terminology better describes what happens during the seizure, but both terms refer to the same type of seizure that affects both sides of the brain simultaneously.

These seizures have two distinct phases:

* Tonic phase: The body becomes stiff and rigid. You may lose consciousness, fall, and your muscles tighten. Some people bite their tongue or foam at the mouth during this phase.
* Clonic phase: Rhythmic jerking movements occur as muscles contract and relax. Loss of bladder control can happen during this phase.

The seizure typically lasts no more than 2 minutes and is followed by a recovery period (postictal phase) where you might feel confused, tired, or experience headaches and body soreness.

Some people experience an aura before the seizure starts - unusual sensations like strange smells, colors, or feelings of déjà vu that serve as warning signs.

If someone is having a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, gently ease them to the floor, turn them on their side, place something soft under their head, and time the seizure. Call 911 if it lasts longer than 5 minutes.

January 9
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Good post, I agree with the ai mentioned about and other people's opinions here, I have had them and I think it's dif per person and such etc, but get people's opinions here and leads and referrals and resources and go to your doc about the post here and go from there about it and good luck with your outcome with it, my opinion here

January 10

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