Convulsion
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Convulsion
Convulsion (/kənˈvʌlʃən/), also known as a seizure, is a sudden, violent, irregular movement of the body, caused by involuntary contraction of muscles and associated especially with brain disorders such as epilepsy, the presence of certain toxins or other agents in the blood, or fever in children.
Etymology
The term "convulsion" is derived from the Latin convellere, meaning "to tear loose".
Related Terms
- Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
- Seizure: A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements or feelings, and in levels of consciousness.
- Neurology: The branch of medicine or biology that deals with the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.
- Toxin: A poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms.
- Fever: A temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Convulsion
- Wikipedia's article - Convulsion
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