It depends what kind of seizure and how strong it is, but often yes.
of course it can
It is possible to die from an epileptic seizure, but it is extremely rare. It would have to be a very severe seizure to do that. You can die indirectly as a result of a seizure, like if you fell from a high place as a result of a seizure or were engaged in some other dangerous activity and had a seizure. This is why people with epilepsy are not advised to drive. Having a seizure while driving could result in a crash and the death of the driver. The death would be a result of the crash, not the seizure itself. Most seizures in themselves are not dangerous. They may cause a temporary loss of conciousness. For most situations that is not a problem and the seizure will pass and the person will recover. That is what happens for the vast majority of people who have seizures. They lead very normal and long lives.
Seizure threshold refers to the level of neuronal excitability at which a seizure can occur. It varies among individuals and can be influenced by genetic factors, neurological health, and environmental triggers. When the excitability of neurons exceeds this threshold, a seizure may result. Understanding seizure threshold is crucial for managing epilepsy and developing treatment strategies.
It is very rare for someone to die directly from a petit mal seizure. Petit mal seizures are typically brief and do not result in physical harm or complications that could lead to death. However, if a petit mal seizure occurs in a dangerous situation, such as while swimming or driving, there is a risk of harm or death from accidents related to the seizure.
A seizure from a bang to the head typically refers to a seizure that occurs as a result of a traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion. The trauma can disrupt normal brain activity, leading to abnormal electrical discharges that manifest as a seizure. This type of seizure can occur immediately after the injury or may develop weeks or months later. It is important to seek medical attention if a seizure occurs following head trauma to assess potential underlying damage.
Yes, a Grand Mal seizure, also known as a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, can potentially be cited as a cause of death in someone who does not have epilepsy. This can occur in rare cases due to complications such as status epilepticus, which is a prolonged seizure, or sudden unexplained death in epilepsy (SUDEP), even in individuals without a prior diagnosis of epilepsy. Other underlying health conditions or triggers may also contribute to the risk of fatality from a seizure. However, such occurrences are uncommon and typically require thorough investigation to determine the exact cause.
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Status Epilepticus - The term given to multiple seizures with little or no break between each one. A seizure is normally not fatal but in this case the brain is deprived of oxygen for too long and this can result in a stroke, irreparable brain damage and even death.
When your brain cells send out incorrect signals the result is a seizure disorder. Epilepsy is an example of seizure disorder.
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The medical term for after a seizure or attack is "postictal state." It refers to the period of altered consciousness and behavior that can occur following a seizure or neurological event. Symptoms can include confusion, fatigue, headache, or memory loss.
A seizure can cause you to do something which could cause death (hit your head, etc), but it is very rare that the actual seizure would kill you. Jett Travolta had a seizure and hit his head on a bathroom fixture which caused him to die from brain swelling... Also, your tongue rolls into your mouth and you choke on your tongue which can cause death. During a seizure, you dont feel anything. A seizure is like the hardest workout you will ever get, so you get very tired.