Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures Flashcards

1
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What are Pseudoseizures?

A
  • A non-epileptic seizure
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What are the features that favour a pseudoseizure?

A
  • Pelvic Thrusting
  • Family member with epilepsy
  • Common in females
  • Crying after the seizure
  • don’t occur when alone
  • Gradual onset
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What are the factors favouring a true epileptic seizure?

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  • Tongue Biting
  • Raised Serum Prolactin (raised prolactin indicates a seizure compared to a pseudoseizure)
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