Question 1

what are myoclonic seizures?

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Generalized Seizure: Myoclonic seizures are a type of generalized convulsive seizure characterized by brief, repetitive muscle contractions. (the prefix myo- means muscle.) they usually involve both sides of the cerebral cortex.

Question 2

tell me about myoclonic seizures?

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Random jerks: Muscle spasms can be very complicated.  Seizures can cause muscular spasms that are tonic, clinic, myoclonic, dyskinetic, choreic, etc.  Myoclnus can cause rapid throwing or dropping of objects or sudden slamming against the wall or to the floor.  It is hard to treat, but newer medications have provided much benefit.

Question 3

what are causes of myoclonic seizures?

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Jerky movements: These are the typical jerky movements we get in our sleep, resembling a brief kick, or other sudden involuntary movement.

Question 4

what are the causes of myoclonic seizures?

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Too many causes: Benign myoclonus can occur in children and adolescents.  Jme is fairly common in young people - especially girls.  Severe metabolic disorders will cause myoclonus, and anoxic brain damage can also cause myoclonus.  A severe complex seizure disorder can develop in children and young adults - lennox gastaut - that may cause severe episodes of myoclonus and drop attacks.

Question 5

do myoclonic seizures lead to proper seizures?

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Myoclonic seizures: Myoclonic seizures are a form of primary generalized seizures.  They do not lead to other seizures but the root cause of your seizures might.

Question 6

myoclonic seizures in 5yr old, what therapies are there for it?

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Many therapies: There are a number of medications available for patients with Myoclonic epilepsy - most times the seizures can be controlled with one medication. Speak to your neurologist about the therapies and appropriate assessment of these patients.

Question 7

think my daughter having myoclonic seizures in sleep how will i no if she is?

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Restless : Your daughter should be seen by a neurologist who will no dobt order an eeg to verify the diagnosis.

Question 8

how long should myoclonic seizures last at night ? are they dangerous or what are the dangers in 5 yr old and should i try to wake her i'm worried

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Myoclonic seizures: Usually the seizures are blitz like lasting a matter of seconds. Occasionally they can spread over the entire body i don't think you have to wake her unless she is trashing around.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: myoclonic seizure?

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Myoclonus: These are individual jerking movements of one or several limbs.

Question 10

can anyone tell me what's a myoclonic seizure?

Accepted Answer

See below.: Someone having a myoclonic seizure has rapid, jerklike movements that can affect the face, arms, legs, and/or trunk.  They can occur alone or as part of a mixed generalized seizure disorder.

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