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Rīga Latvija

My colleague tells me that my hands are shaking, but I don't feel it myself, but I've noticed that when I pick up small things, they tend to fall out of my hands. Why is that?

August 15
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@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member What kind of seizures should you lie on the floor for?

August 18 (edited)
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Some people get seizures while theyre awake and cant control themselves. When you feel it, drop to the floor so you dont hurt yourself.

August 17
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Are tremors, numbness in the hands, and dropping small objects related to epilepsy seizures?

These experiences can absolutely be connected to seizures. Certain seizure types can cause shaking, jerking, or loss of muscle control in the hands and body, which may explain dropping objects or that "not feeling" sensation.

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Are tremors, numbness in the hands, and dropping small objects related to epilepsy seizures?

These experiences can absolutely be connected to seizures. Certain seizure types can cause shaking, jerking, or loss of muscle control in the hands and body, which may explain dropping objects or that "not feeling" sensation.

Here are some seizure types that could be responsible:

- Myoclonic seizures – cause sudden, brief jerks or twitches in the arms or upper body
- Clonic seizures – involve rhythmic, repetitive jerking movements
- Focal seizures – can cause sensory symptoms like numbness, dizziness, or jerking in a specific part of the body, such as a hand or arm
- Atonic seizures – cause sudden muscle limpness, which could easily lead to dropping things

These episodes can sometimes be subtle and easy to dismiss, but they're worth tracking carefully. It's really important to speak with a neurologist or epilepsy specialist about these symptoms. Keeping a detailed log of when they happen, how long they last, and what they feel like can help your doctor identify patterns and adjust treatment if needed.

August 15