Status epilepticus

Home > Explanatory Dictionary > S > Status epilepticus

Submitted by Linda McGlone

A prolonged or continuous seizure lasting longer than 5 minutes or seizure clusters (seizures occurring repeatedly) without full recovery in-between. They can be convulsive or non-convulsive and can be life-threatening if they continue.

Share

Recent Posts

Message to the Australian Health Minister on epilepsy and Medicinal Cannabis >

Voices Behind Medicinal Cannabis – Special Presentation >

Epilepsy Action Australia and Nabu AI Partner to Transform the Epilepsy Care Journey >

Pass the Baton >

Categories

Archive

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of all communities who also work and live on this land.

We are committed to providing a child-safe environment, prioritising the well-being and protection of every child in our care.

Important Message: This information is not intended as medical advice. Do not make changes to treatment or medications without first discussing with your treating clinician.