Definition of Jacksonian seizure

1. Noun. (medicine) Seizures characteristic of certain forms of epilepsy. ¹

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Medical Definition of Jacksonian seizure

1. A brief temporary alteration in movement, sensation or autonomic nerve function caused by abnormal electrical activity in a localised area of the brain. Focal seizures (i.e. Partial or Jacksonian seizures) usually cause no change in awareness or alertness. An example of a focal (partial) seizure would be rhythmic muscle contractions in one area of the body: lip smacking, mouth movements, drooling, head turning, eye movements or seemingly purposeful movements (for example picking at clothes). Other presentations may be strictly sensory with abnormal numbness, tingling or a crawling sensation to the skin. More unusual symptoms include changes in speech, thought, personality, mood, sensation of deja vu or hallucinations. (27 Sep 1997)

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Jackson
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Jackson's veil
Jackson Pollock
Jackson Pollocked
Jacksonesque
Jacksonia
Jacksonian
Jacksonian seizure
Jacksonian seizures
Jacksonians
Jacksonville
Jacky
Jacky Hanger
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Jacky Hangmen
Jacky Howe
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Jaclyn
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Jacob's coat
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