Grand Mal Seizure
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The grand mal seizure, now called a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, is an episode in which disordered electrical activity in the brain affects its entire surface and causes stiffness followed by jerking of the body.
How it shows up:
- Sudden loss of consciousness and falling.
- Stiffness of the body followed by rhythmic movements.
- Confusion and fatigue upon recovering.
When to seek care? After a seizure of this type, or if they recur, an assessment is advisable to study its origin; a very prolonged seizure requires emergency care.
Which specialist treats it? The neurologist is the professional who studies the activity of the nervous system and this type of episode. If you have or witness a seizure, the appropriate thing is to go for an evaluation to understand what causes it.
Data on 34 doctors who treat grand mal seizure
Which specialist treats grand mal seizure?
A grand mal seizure is evaluated by a neurologist, who determines the cause and course of treatment. If this type of seizure occurs, seek medical attention right away. You can book an appointment with a neurologist for follow-up.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in grand mal seizure
Dr. Jorge Cabañas Tolentino
Dr. Julia Gaspar Villarias
Dr. Rosalia Zerón Martínez
Dr. Irere Atzimba Maldonado Sepulveda
Dr. Emmanuel Rodriguez Chavez
Dr. Melissa Guerrero
Dr. Joan Manuel Ponce Jáuregui
Dr. José Manuel Mayoral Gutiérrez
Dr. Karla Miriam Hernández Luna
Dr. Martin Arturo Silva Ramirez
Dr. Daniel Rubio
Dr. Eunice López Correa
Dr. Jaime Ruiz Chávez
Dr. Jeniffer Roman Amparo
Dr. Aldo Landero
Dr. Tania Nayeli Bolado Juárez
Dr. Saytin Gabriela Cruz Mejía
Dr. Daniel Alejandro Reyna Osorio
Dr. Samantha Loera Luna
Dr. Israel Silva Pérez
Frequently asked questions
What is grand mal seizure?
The grand mal seizure, now called a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, is an episode in which disordered electrical activity in the brain affects its entire surface and causes stiffness followed by jerking of the body.
Which doctor treats grand mal seizure?
A grand mal seizure is evaluated by a neurologist, who determines the cause and course of treatment. If this type of seizure occurs, seek medical attention right away. You can book an appointment with a neurologist for follow-up.