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How Are Headaches Similar To Seizures?
Secondary seizures; Reactive seizures; Seizure - secondary; Seizure - reactive
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If someone who has never had a seizure before has one, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
Persons with
Most seizures stop by themselves. However, a person having a generalized seizure may be injured; breathe food, fluid, or vomit into the lungs; or not get enough oxygen. During a generalized seizure, it is important to protect...
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Epilepsy (Seizure Disorders)
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Generalized Seizures (Grand Mal Seizures)
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