answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

It would take a very serious seizure to do long term damage to the brain to that extent. It is possible, but the huge majority of seizures are nowhere close to doing so. So for the vast majority of people with epilepsy, something like that is not a worry they would have.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Can epilepsy cause retardation
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What conditions may result from porencephaly?

Persons with porencephaly may suffer early death, epilepsy , moderate or severe mental retardation , blindness, epilepsy, rigidity, and paralysis.


Exposure to what element can cause mental retardation?

Exposure to lead can also cause mental retardation.


Does over-study causes mental retardation?

Overstudy does not cause mental retardation.


In how many cases of mental retardation does the cause remain a mystery?

In about 35% of cases, the cause of mental retardation cannot be found.


Can old women get epilepsy when they are over 70?

Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.Anyone can get epilepsy at any age, so yes it is possible for a woman over 70 to get epilepsy. There are a wide range of things that can cause epilepsy and these things can affect anyone at any age.


What mineral deficiency cause mental retardation?

Copper deficiency in children is associated with growth retardation. Zinc deficiency, Vitamin A deficiency and other nutritional deficiencies can also cause growth retardation.


Can epilepsy cause bruxism?

A person may do something like clench their teeth during a seizure, but epilepsy does not cause bruxism.


Does the epilepsy have anything to do with nerve cell?

yes, epilepsy cause by the disruption in the conductance of the impulses by the nerve cells. Imbalance between the inhibition and the excitation of the nerve impulse in the brain cause epilepsy.


How often does autism result in mental retardation?

The two conditions are not at all related. Autism does not cause mental retardation.


Can ecstasy cause epilepsy?

Taking of some drugs to an excessive amount can cause damage to the brain and result in Epilepsy. Such cases have been known.


What Immunizations can prevent diseases that cause mental retardation?

Hyperthyroidism, whooping cough, chickenpox, measles, and Hib disease (a bacterial infection) may cause mental retardation if they are not treated adequately.


Does tooth-brushing cause epilepsy seizures?

No