Benign Rolandic Epilepsy Flashcards

1
Q

Benign rolandic epilepsy occurs between what ages?

A

4 to 12 years

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2
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What are some features?

A
  • Seizures characteristically occur at night
  • Seizures are typically partial (e.g. paraesthesia affecting face) but secondary generalisation may occur (i.e. parents may only report tonic-clonic movements)
  • Child is otherwise normal
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3
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What is the prognosis?

A

Very good.

Seizures stop in adolescence.

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4
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What is a common trigger?

A

Lack of sleep.

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5
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When do seizures typically occur at what can be heard?

A

Before waking up or when just going to sleep.

Gurggling can be heard.

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6
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How does it affect schooling?

A

It can affect knowledge aquisition that takes place during sleep.

May do worse in school.

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