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How to tell if i have epileptic seizures while sleeping?
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Absolutely: If you even slightly suspect seizures during sleep, see your doctor to evaluate further. Seizures during sleep can be dangerous and even deadly.
Answered 10/18/2014
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Yes: Frontal lobe seizures often occur during sleep.
Answered 2/26/2014
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