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Can chiari malformation cause sudden onset of epilepsy?
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No: It would be very unusual and extremely unlikely .
Answered 5/8/2016
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Not likely: Chiari malformation can be associated with syncope or fainting. epilepsy is unlikely caused by Chiari malformation. See a neruologist to assess cause of seizure like activity.
Answered 4/4/2015
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