Complex partial seizure

Complex partial seizure

04 July 2017

See focal seizure.

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Comorbidity

04 July 2017

Having two or more unrelated diseases.

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Cognitive

04 July 2017

the mental processes associated with learning such as thinking, memory, concentration, reasoning and judgement.

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Cognition

04 July 2017

Mental activities associated with thinking, learning and memory.

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Cluster

04 July 2017

a number of seizures happening in close succession

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Clonazepam

04 July 2017

Also known as Rivotril or Paxam. It can be used in the management of epilepsy, but has a sedative effect and people develop a tolerance. It is sometimes used in the management of seizure emergencies.

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Clobazam

04 July 2017

Also known as Frisium, is sometimes used in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also used as an anti-anxiety medication.

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Clonic seizure

04 July 2017

Rhythmic jerking of part of the body or both sides of the body.

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Chronic epilepsy

04 July 2017

When seizures are medication resistant and seizure control is not obtained.

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Chromosome

04 July 2017

One of 46 bodies in the nucleus of all body cells that is the bearer of genes.

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Cerebrum

04 July 2017

Refers to the largest part of the brain – it is divided into two hemispheres and four main lobes. The right side controls what happens on the left side of the body and vice versa.

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Cataplexy

04 July 2017

A brief attack of sudden weakness which can cause falling or head nodding. It is often triggered by an emotional response and is associated with a sleep disorder called narcolepsy.

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