Convulsion

Convulsions are sudden, involuntary muscle contractions caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. They are often associated with seizures but can also occur due to other medical conditions. Convulsions can range from mild twitching to violent shaking and may cause a temporary loss of consciousness.

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🔹 Causes of Convulsions

🧠 Neurological Disorders – Epilepsy, brain injury, stroke, brain tumor
🌡️ High Fever (Febrile Seizures) – Common in young children
🩸 Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) – Common in diabetics
⚡ Electrolyte Imbalance – Low sodium, calcium, or magnesium
🚫 Alcohol or Drug Withdrawal – Sudden stopping of alcohol, sedatives, or drugs
☣️ Poisoning or Toxins – Lead poisoning, carbon monoxide exposure
💊 Certain Medications – Antidepressants, antibiotics, or painkillers (overdose or side effects)
💉 Infections – Meningitis, encephalitis, or severe malaria
🧬 Genetic Conditions – Some inherited disorders can trigger seizures

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🔹 Symptoms of Convulsions

🔹 Mild Convulsions:
✔ Sudden jerking or twitching of muscles
✔ Brief loss of awareness or staring spells

🔹 Severe Convulsions (Seizures):
✔ Uncontrollable shaking of the whole body
✔ Loss of consciousness
✔ Stiffening of muscles
✔ Unusual breathing patterns or choking sounds
✔ Loss of bladder or bowel control
✔ Tongue biting or frothing at the mouth