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generalized tonic-clonic seizure
pathology
Also known as: grand mal, tonic-clonic
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classification of epileptic seizures
- In epilepsy: Generalized-onset seizures
…to by the older term grand mal, are commonly known as convulsions. A person undergoing a convulsion loses consciousness and falls to the ground. The fall is sometimes preceded by a shrill scream caused by forcible expiration of air as the respiratory and laryngeal muscles suddenly contract. After the fall,…
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nervous system disease
- In nervous system disease: Generalized seizures
…type of generalized seizure is tonic-clonic seizures, in which an individual loses consciousness without warning, falls, and stiffens, because of muscle contractions. Rapid jerking of the entire body follows and ceases in approximately one minute. The person regains consciousness a few minutes later. Immediately afterward the individual is usually confused…
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