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Can damage to the vagus nerve cause a tonic-clonic seizure? my seizure was 9 months after gastric volvulus surgery. i have gastroparesis.

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No: Your seizure activity originates in the brain, not a distant surgical site.

Dr Chiu and 11 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Vagus nerve damage: Could lead an opposed adrenergic response leading to extreme anxiety and stress, tachycardia and altered neurogenesis. This can increase possibility of seizures. Also with Gastroparesis check your Vitamin B12

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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