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Do adults get febrile seizures?

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No: By definition the upper age for febrile seizures is 7years. If an adult has a seizure with fever the illness causing lowered the threshold for seizure. You should speak with your doctor and see a neurologist

Dr Machanic and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 8/24/2018

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