Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure: Symptoms & Signs (Grand Mal Seizure)

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Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure

Alternate Names : Grand Mal Seizure

Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Symptoms of seizures vary according to the type of seizure and the portion of the brain that is affected. Generalized tonic-clonic seizures often have the following characteristics:

begin suddenly without warning

cause confusion or fatigue the rest of the day

include jerking of the arms and legs

include loss of bladder control

involve stiffening of the body

last 1 to 2 minutes, with consciousness returning up to 15 minutes later

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Author: Gerald C. McIntosh, MD
Reviewer: Karen Preston, PHN, MS, CRRN
Date Reviewed: 05/31/01

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