Convulsion - first aid

A seizure may be mild and cause minimal symptoms or may be severe and cause loss of consciousness and a sudden, violent contraction and relaxation of the muscles caused by spontaneous electrical activity in the brain.

Alternative Names

Seizure - first aid

Prevention

  • Known epileptics should always take any prescribed medication and wear a medical alert tag.
  • Keep fevers under control, especially in children.

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