Seizures are caused by abnormal electrical activity of the the brain. Seizures can be caused by many things, but people who have reoccurring seizures often have epilepsy.
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor about seizures.
Seizure Prevention
- WebMD: Seizures - Prevention
Seizures Support Groups, Discussion and Blogs
My.Epilepsy.com: Forums and Blog
WebMD: Epilepsy: Support Group
Dr. Greene: Could It Be A Seizure?
Valleywag: Warning: Viewing Yahoo may cause seizures
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References
Fast Facts
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Fact:
Most last 30 seconds to 2 minutes
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Fact:
A medical emergency if over 5 minutes
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Causes
certain medicines, brain injury, high fever
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Reoccurring seizures from brain disorder
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Fact:
Many types and causes
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Fact:
2.5 million Americans have epilepsy/seizure disorder
