Epilepsy Flashcards
1
Q
epilepsy aetiology
A
associated with reduced GABA levels in the brain
- this leads to abnormal cell-cell message propagation
2
Q
Febrile seizure - signs and symptoms
A
- fever
- loss of consciousness
- face may turn blue or red
- eyes rolling upwards
- muscles and limbs jerk in unnatural movements
3
Q
epilepsy - classification
A
generalised
- tonic
- abscence
- myoclonic/atonic
partial
- simple partial
- complex partial
- simple sensory
4
Q
epilepsy triggers
A
idiopathic
trauma
CNS disease
- tumor, stroke
- CJD, meningitis, encephalitis
social
- late nights, alcohol, hypoglycaemia
- flashing lights
5
Q
epilepsy - treatment
A
preventative - anticonvulsant drugs
emergency - airway and oxygen - only if unconscious
6
Q
Epilepsy - drugs
A
GABA receptor actions
- valproate
- benzodiazepines
sodium channel actions
- carbamazepine
