The first reflex facing a person loses consciousness and convulsing are not necessarily good. These are the things you can do and not do if you are attending a seizure.
This neurological disease that takes its name from the Greek "epilambanein" ("surprise attack") is still unknown and surrounded by many misconceptions. In its most dramatic form it manifests itself initially by loss of consciousness followed by a phase of 10 to 20 seconds stiffening of the body, jaw clenching and suspension of breathing. Then follow the often impressive twitches. The crisis may bring in saliva secretion, a tongue biting or even a urination.Fear can paralyze then witnessed these scenes, and despite the good will, some gestures can do worse than better.
During the crisis
"When the person loses consciousness, it must be placed in the recovery position side, as in any emergency situation, says Laila Ahddar, president of the Epilepsy Association-France. This is the time the most dangerous in which the muscles relax and where risks appear to airway obstruction or reflux. "
If you witness an epileptic episode, move objects that could injure the patient. If the person is standing, and it may fall, lengthen it, protecting his head with a pillow or, failing that, a folded garment. But do not block his movements during the seizures. Contrary to popular belief, language can not be cut or swallowed, nothing thus serves to place a handkerchief or fingers between the teeth, on the contrary, the patient could choke or you might be injured. And although this might not be the first instinct you have, it may be useful (...) Read more on lexpress.fr Fundraiser to fund a study on a killer molecule cancer EpilepsyVIDEO. AIDS track with his smartphone, it's coming Scientists identify bacteria New York subwayArmenia: a father decides to keep her baby with Down syndrome against the advice of his wife, divorce
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