Seizure Epileptic Grand

Epileptic seizure (Grand-mal - large convulsive seizure, P.S., PTKP)

There is an opinion that the Latin name for epileptic seizures “grand mal” goes back to the Latin malum (“evil”). This point of view was quite widespread at one time, especially in England, where, as in some other European countries, the name “grand-mal” has been generally accepted (“grand cramp”) since its appearance in oral therapeutic practice, in order to enter the written word by 1672. In this regard, the name of the seizures was similar to “morbus nefarius” (“evil disease”), “terga portenta” (“wonderful sign”).

Despite all sorts of speculation and inconsistencies, most authors tend to see the origin of the name “grand mal”, especially considering the French language, as belonging to the history of the direct description of seizures, and not the etymology of the Latin word, in line with historical medicine. Apparently, the Latin "grand" could indicate the general size of the patient's body during attacks or their frequency against the background of bodily properties. This is indicated by the very publications of authors of the 19th and 20th centuries, starting from the 12th century with references to the “great cramp” in medical encyclopedias. Perhaps we should not exclude the use of the words “formidable”, “sacred”

The most important is the first mention of grand mal seizures among the monks of the monastery of St. Mary on Mount Sinai dating back to 368

Epilepsy seizure Major is the most severe form of epilepsy attack, which can lead to serious complications and even death. A grand mal seizure can occur in anyone, regardless of age, gender or profession.

During an epileptic seizure, various symptoms may occur, including involuntary body movements, cessation of breathing, impaired consciousness to the point of complete loss of consciousness, and others. This is due to the fact that when a grand mal seizure occurs, the brain goes into a so-called unconscious state, and the body begins to work in a mode dictated by the body without the participation of consciousness.

Seizures may be caused by genetic factors, brain diseases, chemical poisoning, or vitamin deficiencies. Also, grand mal seizures are often associated with cerebral vascular pathology or other diseases of the central nervous system.

An examination of the body begins with an analysis of a person’s heredity, the use of medications, the use of other medications, as well as the characteristics of life and its conditions. In some cases, determining the cause of an attack may require consultation with specialists in other areas of medicine, such as cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology.

Prevention of major epileptic seizures requires not only knowledge and a responsible attitude towards one’s health on the part of the patient, but also attentiveness and perseverance on the part of health workers. It is necessary to undergo all necessary examinations on time, take measures to prevent the causes of the attack and take the necessary medications. If