Understanding Epilepsy

Questions and Answers

What causes seizures in epilepsy?

Involuntary muscular contractions

Uncontrolled burst of consciousness

Excessive discharge of impulses from one part of the brain

Abnormal electrical activity in the brain (correct)

What does convulsion refer to?

Sudden attack of uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain

Uncontrolled involuntary muscular contractions (correct)

General onset seizure

Excessive discharge of impulses from neurons

When does an epileptic attack develop?

During loss of consciousness

During sudden attack of uncontrolled muscular contractions

When excitability of the neuron is decreased, causing reduced neuronal discharge

When excitability of the neuron is increased, causing excessive neuronal discharge (correct)

What is generalized epilepsy characterized by?

Excessive discharge of impulses from all parts of the brain Signup and view all the answers

What is epilepsy characterized by?

Convulsive seizures or loss of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

What is epilepsy characterized by?

Epilepsy is a brain disorder characterized by convulsive seizures or loss of consciousness, or both. Signup and view all the answers

What is a convulsive seizure?

A convulsive seizure refers to a sudden attack of uncontrolled involuntary muscular contractions, caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two categories of epilepsy?

The two categories of epilepsy are generalized epilepsy and localized epilepsy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between generalized epilepsy and localized epilepsy?

Generalized epilepsy occurs due to excessive discharge of impulses from all parts of the brain, while localized epilepsy occurs because of excessive discharge of impulses from one part of the brain. Signup and view all the answers

What is a person affected by epilepsy called?

A person affected by epilepsy is called epileptic. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Epilepsy and Seizures

Seizures in epilepsy are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Convulsion

A convulsion refers to a sudden, involuntary contraction of the muscles, often accompanied by a loss of consciousness.

Epileptic Attack

An epileptic attack, or seizure, can develop at any time, and its exact timing is unpredictable.

Generalized Epilepsy

Generalized epilepsy is characterized by seizures that affect both sides of the brain, resulting in loss of consciousness and convulsions.

Epilepsy Characteristics

Epilepsy is characterized by recurrent seizures, which can vary in severity, frequency, and symptoms.
Epilepsy is characterized by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, leading to seizures.

Convulsive Seizures

A convulsive seizure is a type of seizure that involves convulsions, or sudden, involuntary muscle contractions.

Categorization of Epilepsy

Epilepsy can be categorized into two main types: generalized epilepsy and localized epilepsy.

Generalized vs Localized Epilepsy

The main difference between generalized epilepsy and localized epilepsy is the extent of brain involvement: generalized epilepsy affects both sides of the brain, while localized epilepsy affects a specific area of the brain.

Person Affected by Epilepsy

A person affected by epilepsy is called an epileptic.

Description

Learn about epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures and abnormal electrical activity in the brain. This quiz covers the basics of epilepsy, including convulsive seizures and loss of consciousness.