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Seizures are episodes during which the electrical system within the brain fires abnormally. The term "epilepsy" refers to any disorder characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures. During a seizure, you may lose consciousness, stare into space, have convulsions (abnormal jerking of the muscles), or experience abnormalities of sensation or emotion. Because seizures can be an indication of another, underlying medical problem, such as a brain tumor , it is important to seek medical attention if you have even one seizure.
Seizure disorders may be classified by the part of the brain they affect or the kinds of symptoms they cause. The main categories are generalized or partial seizures.
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