Convulsion

Convulsions are convulsive contractions of muscles due to overstrain or exposure to external stimuli, which can last from seconds to minutes and occur periodically. Complex sequential contractions alternate with relaxations, are rhythmic, and often occur in one muscle group or pair of muscles. With large contractions, muscles can change the position of the bones in relation to each other, so convulsions are characterized by a bizarre posture and peculiar movements. Depending on the intensity and frequency of contraction of a muscle group, joint friction noises and teeth grinding may occur, and pain, irritation, and even skeletal muscle tension or spasm may develop. In medical terminology, these can also be tonic-clonic seizures. The most common cause of convulsions is the influence of excessive amplitude or frequency of impulses during central nervous activity entering the brain. At the same time, the central nervous system itself does not receive sufficient rest and does not recover normally, which causes convulsive reflexes of the convulsive type. Another reason is disruption of the function of synapses between neurons when the brain is exposed to various chemicals, toxins and even free radicals caused by metabolic disorders and decreased immunity. This reason may also be associated with hormonal imbalance, poor diet, excess weight, deficiency or excess of vitamins and microelements, brain diseases including tumor processes, severe stress, chronic fatigue, some emotional disorders and abuse of certain

Convulsions: what is it?

**Convulsions** are convulsive contractions of various muscle groups, most often leading to uncontrolled movements. Muscle cramps can occur in any muscle group of the body: leg, arm, hip, neck, face and other parts. This term also refers to contraction of muscles (or muscle group) followed by relaxation. In a state when a person experiences a convulsion, the muscles are tense, and the limbs are sometimes very bent and the person is unable to control them. The condition is usually accompanied by severe painful tension. Cramps may also be accompanied by paleness, cold sweat, and sweating. To relieve the discomfort growing in the muscles, the patient may involuntarily bite his tongue or upper lip. As a rule, the convulsive state lasts a few seconds, after which the muscles relax. Sometimes a convulsive state is preceded by a very loud cry, similar to a dying groan or moo. A characteristic symptom is loss of consciousness. That is why, often at the time of an attack, the patient can be helped immediately by people who are known for their actions in such situations. This could be a repulsive blow to the chest or losing consciousness, touching some objects, or stumbling over a threshold. If such a loss continues for more than a few minutes, it is necessary to call an ambulance, which will try to restore consciousness to the patient and transfer him to the room, ensuring complete rest. If an attack occurs for the first time, consultation with a neurologist is necessary. After the examination and ECG, the specialist will determine the pathological causes of the disease in order to prescribe treatment. Otherwise, if you hesitate, a repeated attack of loss of consciousness may occur, which may require calling the resuscitation service.