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Do Jerking Movements And Increased Muscle Tone Indicate Seizures?
Question: During eyes open jerking movement drops stuff isn't aware of surroundings can't hear makes noises fast heart rate dizzy complaints broke bone next to nose years ago it has been really hurting neck makes popping sound from side to side now seizure over ,broke out drenched wet normal daily functions find holding breath think he is also having seizures in his sleep legs jerking barring down on closed mouth
Brief Answer:
it is possible, may need medication specific for seizure
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
If there are jerking movements and initially increased tone of the muscle, then seizures can definitely be occurred.
This would need to be confirmed. A video should be taken of the event , if possible, and shown to the doctor.
In addition, an EEG looking at brain waves to see if there are any abnormal patterns, may be needed as well.
An EEG would be needed to determine if there are seizures.
If seizures are present then anti seizure medication would be needed.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
it is possible, may need medication specific for seizure
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
If there are jerking movements and initially increased tone of the muscle, then seizures can definitely be occurred.
This would need to be confirmed. A video should be taken of the event , if possible, and shown to the doctor.
In addition, an EEG looking at brain waves to see if there are any abnormal patterns, may be needed as well.
An EEG would be needed to determine if there are seizures.
If seizures are present then anti seizure medication would be needed.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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