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Had tonic clonic seizure 1 week ago. having loss of memory and brain fog since the seizure. is this common?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes.: Tonic Clonic seizures can cause temporary loss of memory and brain fog. Make sure your doctor is aware because your seizure may not be sufficiently controlled .

Dr A Freisleben-Cook agreed

Answered 11/12/2014

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Yes: This can be expected after a generalized seizure. I am assuming that you are under the care of a neurologist.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 11/13/2014

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