Triggers

Triggers are events, stimulation, or other influences that
may act as activators of a seizure in some people.

The following are examples of known triggers:

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Stress

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Missed medications

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Skipping or delaying meals

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Lack of sleep

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Heat and/or humidity

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Poor diet & general nutrition

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Flickering lights/computer monitors/video games

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Illness, fever, allergies

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Strong internal emotions

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Menses

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Over exertion - if not physically fit

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Injury

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Hyperventilation

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Pain

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Overuse of stimulants - alcohol, caffeine, drugs

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Withdrawal from alcohol or barbiturates

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Specific light, sound or touch stimuli

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Death of a loved one

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Strong emotions

 

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