Seizure
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| Seizure | |
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| Term | Seizure |
| Short definition | seizure - (pronounced) (SEE-zher) Sudden, uncontrolled body movements and behavioral changes that occur because of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Symptoms include loss of consciousness, emotional changes, loss of muscle control, and tremors. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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seizure - (pronounced) (SEE-zher) Sudden, uncontrolled body movements and behavioral changes that occur because of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Symptoms include loss of consciousness, emotional changes, loss of muscle control, and tremors. Seizures can be caused by medications, high fevers, head injuries, and certain medical conditions such as epilepsy
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