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Is there first aid for epileptic fit?

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Yes: Protect the person from harming themselves . It's not necessary to place anything in their mouth because that is too dangerous for them and for the first aid provider. Sometimes it's necessary to provide padding for their head and for arms in case they're flailing so they don't hurt themselves.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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