How Do You Control Temporal Lobe Seizures?
Temporal lobe seizures may be one-time or chronic seizures that result in loss of consciousness, involuntary movements and strange sensations. The seizures occur because one or both of the brain’s temporal lobes experience abnormal electrical activity. High fever, certain drugs and some electrical stimulation of the brain can cause a one-time seizure, but those with temporal lobe damage, resulting from head injury, infection, genetic syndromes, tumors, or lesions, are more susceptible to episodes. If episodes are chronic, knowing how to control temporal lobe seizures is a must. Pay attention to the onset of a seizure. An aura occurs when a jagged edged rainbow of color intrudes on the visual plane. This early symptom may disappear without a full-blown seizure, or it may precede it. Another early sign may be an unwarranted emotion or vivid recall of a smell or music. The temporal lobe is integral in processing emotions and consolidating memories. Those who have had a temporal lobe seizu
