Conditions of the Brain: Strokes and Seizures
Strokes and seizures affect the brain and may be related. The ability to recognize stroke can reduce the likelihood of permanent damage. Learn all about strokes and seizures.
Seizures are not life-threatening and are relatively easy to manage. Being calm is the most important step in treating a seizure. Most adolescent or adult seizure victims suffer from epilepsy.
Strokes are the third largest cause of death in the U.S. Learn to recognize stroke and respond in time to help the victim.
Researchers at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Medicine developed this one-minute, three-step stroke assessment test to enable bystanders and first line emergency responders to quickly screen for a possible stroke diagnosis.
Learn about febrile seizures from About's own pediatrician.
Q&A on seizures in children from the Guide to Pediatrics.
Understand strokes from the Guide to Men's Health.
In addition to the common stroke symptoms that are seen in both men and women, women may also experience unique symptoms that aren't immediately identified as possible signs of a stroke.
Seizures are common and usually not dangerous. However, some seizures can be deadly. Know what to do during a seizure.
Caused by fever, febrile seizures affect kids. Find out what to do for them.
From the American Stroke Association. Warning signs to recognize Strokes.
