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A member asked:

What causes gran mal seizures upon waking in morning i had 2 16 years ago but none since i was on barbituates for sleep i was 16 at the time 31 now?

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Depends. : The are several possible causes. I would review the situation with an epileptologist to see if there is any clear explanation.

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/19/2013

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