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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shakiba Hassanzadeh, MD[2]

Overview

The main part of the seizure history should be about the patient’s awareness, experience, and remembrance of the seizure. Symptoms of seizure may include: aura, prior staring spells, myoclonic jerks, impaired awareness, paresthesias, déjà vu experiences, and confusion.

History and Symptoms

History

The main part of the seizure history should be about the patient’s:

• Awareness
• Experience
• Remembrance of the seizure

Symptoms

Symptoms of seizure may include:

• Aura
• Prior staring spells
• Myoclonic jerks (without awareness)
• Impaired awareness
• Paresthesias
• Déjà vu experiences
• Confusion