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Seizures are temporary
abnormal electro-physiologic
phenomena of the brain,
resulting in abnormal
synchronization of
electrical neuronal
activity. They can manifest
as an alteration in mental
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Alpha wave
Alpha waves are
electromagnetic oscillations
in the frequency range of
8-12 Hz arising from
synchronous and coherent (in
phase / constructive)
electrical activity of large
groups of neurons in the
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Anticonvulsant
The anticonvulsants,
sometimes also called
antiepileptics, belong to a
diverse group of
pharmaceuticals used in
prevention of the occurrence
of epileptic seizures. The
goal of an anticonvulsant is
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Brain damage
Brain damage or brain injury
is the destruction or
degeneration of brain
cells.
Brain damage may occur due
to a wide range of
conditions, illnesses, or
injuries. Possible causes of
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Hallucination
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Brain tumor
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