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temporal lobe seizure - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

This type of seizure arises from abnormal electrical activity in the temporal lobe on one or both sides of the brain. ...
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temporal lobe seizure - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
temporal lobe seizure, Central nervous system
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About temporal lobe seizure (Source: MayoClinic)
A temporal lobe seizure starts in the part of the brain that processes emotions. Many people who have these seizures experience odd feelings — ranging from euphoria to fear — at the onset of their seizures. ...
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Causes of temporal lobe seizure (Source: MedLinePlus)
A seizure is an episode of abnormal electrical activity in the brain that can cause loss of, or reduced, consciousness; involuntary movements; and unusual sensations. When the electrical activity starts in the temporal lobe, it produces a temporal lobe seizure. Temporal lobe seizures can affect people of any age, and can occur as a single episode or can be repeated as part of a chronic (ongoing) condition. (See seizure disorder/epilepsy ). Brain cells communicate with each other and produce our consciousness, thoughts, and actions by electrochemical processes. Certain patterns of electrical activity disrupt this normal function of the brain and spread in abnormal patterns within the brain. This process can be seen on a brainwave test, called an electroencephalograph ( EEG ). Under the right conditions, such as exposure to certain drugs, high fever, or electrical stimulation, anyone can have a seizure. The temporal lobe of the brain is one area that is particularly likely to have a seizure. Temporal lobe seizures commonly result from damage to specific areas in that part of the brain. This can be due to a head injury, infection, or damage to a portion of the temporal lobe due to lack of oxygen, brain tumors, genetic syndromes, or lesions of any sort. Many of these problems also produce brain-tissue scarring called mesial temporal sclerosis. Because the temporal lobe is involved in consolidating memories and processing emotions, seizures in this area may begin with feelings of ...
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Symptoms of temporal lobe seizure (Source: MedLinePlus)
The early warning symptoms (called an aura) of a seizure are caused by the beginning of the seizure in a small part of the temporal lobe. The aura may stop on its own, or go on to spread, producing altered awareness. The aura, also called a "simple partial seizure," can include: Epigastric sensations ("a funny feeling in my gut," "stomach rising"); Hallucinations or illusions (vision, smells, tastes, or other sensory illusions); Sensation of deja vu, recalled emotions or memories; Sudden, intense emotion not related to anything occurring at the time (similar to a panic attack). If the electrical activity spreads and consciousness is altered or memory is lost, the seizure is called "complex partial." During this part of the seizure, the following may occur: Abnormal sensations, including: Numbness, tingling, crawling sensation; Occurring in only one part of the body or spreading; Preceding motor symptoms; Sensory hallucinations (visual, hearing, touch, etc.). ; Autonomic (automatic) Nervous System symptoms may include: Abdominal pain or discomfort ; Dilated pupils (eyes); Flushed face ; Nausea ; Rapid heart rate/pulse ; Sweating . ; Changes in movement, including: Abnormal mouth behaviors Chewing or swallowing without cause; Lip smacking; Profuse salivation ("slobbering"). ; Abnormal head movements, including: Forced turning of the head; Forced turning of the eyes; Usually in the direction opposite of the location of the brain lesion. ; Repetitive movements, such as picking a ...
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temporal lobe seizure - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
The goals of treatment are to perform emergency measures, if necessary, and to reduce the rate of future seizures. Emergency treatment may not be required, unless the seizure becomes generalized or movement and behavior puts the person in danger. First-aid measures should be done as appropriate, including protecting the person from injury, preventing the person from breathing vomit or mucus into their lungs, and protecting their airway or assisting them with breathing. Important details that should be recorded and reported to the person's doctor include date and time of the seizure, how long it lasted, which body parts were involved, the type of movements or other symptoms, possible causes, and other factors that provide information about the episode (such as what happened immediately before the seizure began). Treating certain causes may stop the seizures. This may include medical treatment of seizure disorders like epilepsy, surgical removal of tumors or brain lesions, and other treatments as needed. Oral anticonvulsants (anti-seizure medications taken by mouth) are used to prevent or reduce the number of future seizures. How well these drugs work depends on the individual, and the medication and the dosage may have to be adjusted repeatedly. Multiple, repeated seizures are usually treated with long-term use of an antiepileptic drug. Follow-up includes reviewing the need for drugs at least yearly. The person may need to remain on the drugs for their entire life. Monitoring ...
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