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fo·cal seizure
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focal seizurenoun
transitory disturbance in motor or sensory function resulting from abnormal cortical activity
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Focal seizure
Focal seizures (also called partial seizures and localized seizures) are seizures which affect initially only one hemisphere of the brain. The brain is divided into two hemispheres, each consisting of four lobes – the frontal, temporal, parietal and occipital lobes. A focal seizure is generated in and affects just one part of the brain – a whole hemisphere or part of a lobe. Symptoms will vary according to where the seizure occurs. When seizures occur in the frontal lobe the patient may experience a wave-like sensation in the head. When seizures occur in the temporal lobe, a feeling of déjà vu may be experienced. When seizures are localized to the parietal lobe, a numbness or tingling may occur. With seizures occurring in the occipital lobe, visual disturbances or hallucinations have been reported.
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focal seizure
A focal seizure, also known as a partial seizure, is a type of seizure that occurs when abnormal electrical brain activity affects one specific area or part of the brain. These seizures can often be divided into two categories, focal aware seizures (previously known as simple partial seizures) and focal impaired awareness seizures (previously known as complex partial seizures). Focal seizures can include a range of symptoms, such as uncontrolled movements, changes in heart rate, or alterations in consciousness or mood. Additionally, focal seizures can sometimes progress to generalized seizures, which affect the whole brain.
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The numerical value of focal seizure in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
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The numerical value of focal seizure in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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