Temporal Lobe Epilepsy : Complications

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Complications could include:
Progression to generalized seizures; Repeated seizures (epilepsy; Prolonged seizures, closely occurring seizures (status epilepticus; Injury from falls, bumps, biting self, etc; Injury from seizure occurring during driving or operating machinery; ...
Source:ADAM
Date:September 7, 2006
Temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) is a term that refers to a condition where seizures are generated in the portion of the brain called the temporal lobe. Either the right or the left temporal lobe can be involved, and in rare cases both temporal lobes ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Falls are a common source of injury, particularly in the elderly population. They are more likely to occur if impairments in balance, strength, perception, joint range of motion, postural function or coordination are present.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Status epilepticus is a term describing a state of continuous seizure activity. In the past, 30 minutes of continuing seizure or frequent attacks that prevent recovery was required for the definition of status to be met.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
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