Seizures and Epilepsy Overview

Seizures result in altered consciousness, while epilepsy does not affect consciousness.

Seizures occur only in children, while epilepsy occurs in adults.

Seizures involve abrupt, abnormal electrical discharge of neurons, while epilepsy is characterized by abnormal brain electrical activity and having 2 or more seizures. (correct)

Seizures are caused by high fever, while epilepsy is not related to fever.

Neither Seizures nor Epilepsy

Seizures (correct)

Both Seizures and Epilepsy

Epilepsy

Epilepsy consists of a single episode, while seizures have multiple occurrences.

There is no difference in frequency between epilepsy and seizures.

Epilepsy involves recurrent seizures, while seizures are one-time events. (correct)

Seizures happen more frequently than epilepsy.

<p>Seizures cause an altered state of consciousness, while epilepsy does not affect consciousness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fever can trigger seizures in children, especially those at risk.</p> Signup and view all the answers