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A member asked:

I had anaphylaxis from a whooping cough vaccine as a child in the 1950's. could this have caused my seizures from the time i was 10 until now? i am 61

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Not bad explanation: You may have a good explanation for brain injury associated with the anaphylactic reaction, and subsequent seizures, although other causes may be additive, such as prior head injuries.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 11/13/2013

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