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The differential diagnosis of a seizure is wide; accurate and detailed history is an important tool for appropriate management.
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Acute or subacute neurological insult or metabolic disturbances can potentially cause seizures.
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‘Time is brain’ in the management of status epilepticus as seizure activity itself can damage the brain.
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Nadig, R. (2016). Seizures. In: David, S. (eds) Clinical Pathways in Emergency Medicine. Springer, New Delhi. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-81-322-2710-6_59
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