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Absence Epilepsy
- petit mal seizures
- generally starts in childhood
- may be several attacks daily
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Attacks can be precipitated by hyperventilation
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usually normal intelligence and development
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10% risk of seizures as an adult
Attack
- occur without warning
- child stares blankly into space and stops talking
- eyes may flutter or roll up
- recovery within seconds
Investigations
Treatment
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