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How long will the after-effects of a grand mal seizure last?
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Varies: Recovery from a grand mal seizures (post-ictal time) can vvary from minutes to hours or even longer. Grand mal seizures tend to be associated witha longer recovery period that often involves falling asleep for an extended period, sometimes 1 or more hours.
Answered 10/6/2012
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