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What symptoms do we look out for during a seizure episode?

Dr-RamKairam

Dr.Ram Kairam

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Key Takeaways:

  1. Children with autism can develop seizures, like others with developmental delays.
  2. Seizures often involve repeated episodes with loss of consciousness or alertness.
  3. Each seizure episode tends to follow a similar pattern or symptoms.
  4. Motor signs like jerking limbs, stiffening, or falling may occur during seizures.
  5. Recognizing these signs helps identify seizure episodes in children with autism.

It is possible for a child with Autism to develop seizures (similar to a child with any other developmental delay). If the child with Autism has

  • Recurrent episodes where he/she has loss of consciousness or alertness
  • Each episode looks similar to the last one – a certain trend or stereotypy of symptoms
  • Motor challenges (jerking of limbs, falling down, tightening or stiffening of limbs)

These are indicative of a seizure episode.

DISCLAIMER: Please note that this guide is for information purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for safe management.

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