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Is petit mal connected with autism
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Not specifically: Siezures are not commonly associated with autism, but may be linked if there is an underlying genetic or developmental syndrome in which both conditions (or more) are known to be present together.
Answered 8/11/2016
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No: "Petit mal" is an obsolete term that was removed from the epilepsy classification many years ago. You should ask your neurologist for a more modern, up-to-date and accurate classification of your epilepsy. Persisting in using the term "petit mal" only confuses the issue rather than clarifying it. NO form of epilepsy has any connection with autism.
Answered 8/11/2016
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