Patient's question:
I have recently also felt that something is a bit off with my mental state, and I often experience episodes of dissociation. The duration is roughly around 10 seconds, but it never lasts less than a minute. Sometimes, it is accompanied by mild tonic-clonic seizures. I went to the hospital, and they said I have symptoms of absence seizures, which are a type of epilepsy.Doctor's answer:
The symptoms and manifestations of absence seizures in epilepsy (epilepsy) are different in minor seizures due to varying individual triggers and the severity of the condition. It is generally believed that the older the age at which a minor seizure begins, the higher the likelihood of subsequent other seizures. Absence seizures typically first occur between the ages of 5 and 12 and often cease spontaneously during adolescence. Absence seizures can be further classified into two types: epileptic absence seizure status and typical absence seizure status. Epilepsy poses significant harm to patients, so once symptoms are noticed, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Additionally, patients should pay close attention to self-care training, consume more fruits and vegetables, and avoid foods that may exacerbate the condition.