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Suggest Treatment For Seizure Attacks, Vomiting And Stiff Body
Question: I want to know what you think could be causing my husbands symptoms.He has had two different episodes that he doesn't remember, when its happening .He gets very pale ,vomits &gets very stiff all over, His head drawns to one side, he can't talk & I have notice that his eyes looks alot bigger. I am very worried but he want go to the doctor. He is 56 years old & is not on any medication.
Brief Answer:
seizures has to be ruled out.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,welcome to HealthcareMagic.
I am Dr Aslam here to help you.
From your description,it seems like a seizure attack,your partner is having.
If this started recently,and no history of such attacks in the past,we have to look for any underlying causes like any brain lesions,electrolyte disturbances etc.You can see and discuss this with a neurologist.you may be asked for investigations like a CT or MRI scan of the brain,EEG etc.
Kindly avoid any delay,as some conditions can be completely cured if detected early.
Meanwhile,during such attacks,keep him away from nearby obstacles like furniture,electronic appliances etc.
Hope I have answered your query.If you have further questions,I will be happy to help you.Thank you.
seizures has to be ruled out.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,welcome to HealthcareMagic.
I am Dr Aslam here to help you.
From your description,it seems like a seizure attack,your partner is having.
If this started recently,and no history of such attacks in the past,we have to look for any underlying causes like any brain lesions,electrolyte disturbances etc.You can see and discuss this with a neurologist.you may be asked for investigations like a CT or MRI scan of the brain,EEG etc.
Kindly avoid any delay,as some conditions can be completely cured if detected early.
Meanwhile,during such attacks,keep him away from nearby obstacles like furniture,electronic appliances etc.
Hope I have answered your query.If you have further questions,I will be happy to help you.Thank you.
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