Partial (focal) seizure

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Central nervous system

Simple seizure; Jacksonian seizure; Seizure - partial (focal)

Treating the underlying disorders may reduce the risk of further seizures. In most cases, the seizures may not be preventable.

Avoid head injury by wearing helmets during risky activities, and avoid illegal drug use or excessive alcohol intake.

Review Date: 08/07/2006
Reviewed By: Daniel Kantor, M.D., Director of the Comprehensive MS Center, Neuroscience Institute, University of Florida Health Science Center, Jacksonville, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.