Typical Absence Seizures
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Typical absence seizures are a type of epileptic seizure characterized by brief episodes of disconnection from the surroundings, in which the person, almost always a child, appears to stare blankly for a few seconds without responding.
How they manifest: sudden interruption of activity, a blank stare, and, at times, blinking or small movements; when they end, the person resumes what they were doing without remembering the episode.
When is it advisable to check? When these lapses recur, are confused with distraction, or affect learning and school performance.
Who treats it? The neurologist, the pediatric neurologist, or the pediatrician are the appropriate professionals to study these episodes. In the case of suspected frequent absence seizures in a child, it is worth scheduling an evaluation that allows understanding what is happening and how to support them.
Data on 164 doctors who treat typical absence seizures
Which specialist treats typical absence seizures?
Typical absence seizures are mainly treated by a pediatric neurologist in children and a neurologist in adults, with support from a pediatrician for general follow-up. If you notice brief episodes of blank staring or disconnection, see a pediatric neurologist or neurologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in typical absence seizures
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Frequently asked questions
What is typical absence seizures?
Typical absence seizures are a type of epileptic seizure characterized by brief episodes of disconnection from the surroundings, in which the person, almost always a child, appears to stare blankly for a few seconds without responding.
Which doctor treats typical absence seizures?
Typical absence seizures are mainly treated by a pediatric neurologist in children and a neurologist in adults, with support from a pediatrician for general follow-up. If you notice brief episodes of blank staring or disconnection, see a pediatric neurologist or neurologist.