Definition of Absence seizure

1. Noun. The occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy.

Exact synonyms: Absence
Generic synonyms: Ictus, Raptus, Seizure
Group relationships: Epilepsia Minor, Petit Mal, Petit Mal Epilepsy
Specialized synonyms: Complex Absence, Pure Absence, Simple Absence, Subclinical Absence

Definition of Absence seizure

1. Noun. (medicine) Formal term for a petit mal epileptic seizure. Brief seizure lasting upto 30 seconds involving vacantness and lack of awareness, possibly including twitching; not including spasm or unconsciousness. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Absence seizure

1. A type of seizure that in contrast to the grand mal seizure, are noted for their brevity and for the degree of loss of awareness (brief staring spell) accompanied by minimal motor manifestations. A common form of childhood epilepsy. (06 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Absence Seizure

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abscopal
abscopal effect
abseil
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abseils
absence
absence makes the heart grow fonder
absence of mind
absence seizure (current term)
absence seizures
absence without leave
absences
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absency
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absent-mindedly
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