Nocturnal seizures
Seizures that occur while the affected individual is sleeping.
What is Nocturnal seizures?
Nocturnal seizures is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Nocturnal seizures that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Nocturnal seizures
The following conditions have been associated with Nocturnal seizures. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Epilepsy with auditory features
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Isolated focal cortical dysplasia
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Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like
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Landau-Kleffner syndrome
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developmental delay, impaired speech, and behavioral abnormalities
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intellectual developmental disorder with polymicrogyria and seizures
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Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Nocturnal seizures is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.