Complications of Seizures WisdomCard

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Research Notes on Complications of Seizures


Lifethreatening complications as a result of a seizure is uncommon. One of the most common complication of seizures is head or bodily injury due to the risk of falling. Prolonged or continuous seizure activity may cause brain damage and death.1

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  • Seizures pose risk in pregnant women and to the unborn child.1
  • Individuals with a history of seizures may have driving restrictions due to the risk of seizures while driving.1
  • Seizures may put severe but temporary stress on the muscles, heart and lungs.2

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 MayoClinic: Epilepsy
  2. Healthwise (via Yahoo Health):Complications of Seizures

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