Myoclonic seizure

Myoclonic seizures are brief twitches or jerks of muscles or groups of muscles.

Symptoms

Myoclonic seizures can be described as 'jumps'. They are caused by rapid contracting and relaxation of the muscles. People without epilepsy can suffer small but similar jerks in the form of hiccups or brief twitches; these are perfectly normal.

Related Topics:
Seizure - Epilepsy

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In someone with epilepsy, myoclonic seizures cause abnormal movements on both sides of the body at the same time. In reflex epilepsies, myoclonic seizures can be brought on by flashing lights or other environmental triggers.

Related Topics:
Epilepsy - Seizure

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