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What is Petit mal seizure?

A petit mal seizure is a temporary disturbance of brain function caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and characterized by abrupt, short-term lack of conscious activity ("absence") or other abnormal change in behavior.

Alternative Names:

Seizure - petit mal; Absence seizure; Seizure - absence

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- Feb 03, 2011
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- Nov 21, 2009
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- May 30, 2009
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- Oct 28, 2007
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Iris color change during seizure - Neurology Community
- Aug 26, 2008
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- Jan 30, 2007
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- Nov 26, 2006
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- Dec 04, 2006
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- Feb 02, 2001
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8 yr. old daughter with petit mal seizures - Child Behavior Expert Forum
- Nov 10, 2000
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