Emergency Signs
Call an ambulance or drive to the hospital if you notice any of these warning signals during and/or after a seizure. - A seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes or starts again after a few minutes. This could be status epilepticus, which requires immediate assistance.
- The person feels any unusual pain after the seizure. This can be a symptom of seizure-related injury. Seniors may be bruised or have broken bones if they have fallen on a hard object.
- The person has hit his or her head during the seizure.
- The person experiences laboured breathing or chest pain.
- You see any serious burns on the body.
- Consciousness does not return after the seizure.
- Pupils of the eyes are different sizes or dilated (bigger) after the seizure.
- Confusion after a seizure is always common, but if the person feels confused for more than an hour after a seizure, call for help.
Seek emergency help if you notice any of these symptoms. They could be adverse effects of an antiepileptic drug (AED). - Allergic reactions
- Rashes
- Rapid eye movement when awake
- Drunken or sloppy gait
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