What is the Difference Between Epilepsy and Seizures?

Dr. Navin Tiwari
1 min readMar 23, 2024

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Seizures can be classified into different types based on their symptoms. It happens when there is a brief, abnormal burst of electrical activity. This can lead to different symptoms, such as staring spells, muscle twitches, or loss of consciousness.

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurring seizures. If someone has two or more seizures, they might be diagnosed with epilepsy. Epilepsy is more than just the seizures themselves.

What is the Difference Between Epilepsy and Seizures?

Epilepsy and seizures are terms often used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct concepts. Understanding the difference between them is crucial for grasping the complexities of these neurological phenomena.

Seizures are sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain that can lead to various symptoms. These can range from mild, such as short confusion to more severe indications like loss of consciousness. Essentially, a seizure is temporary which can cause abnormal behaviors or sensations.

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Dr. Navin Tiwari
Dr. Navin Tiwari

Written by Dr. Navin Tiwari

Dr Navin Tiwari is One of the Experienced & Leading Neuro Physician Practicing in Indore since 2013. He is director and consulting neurologist.

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