Seizure A change of behavior brought about by an abnormal discharge of neurons in the brain. An abrupt excessive abnormal electrical discharge manifested by motor, sensory, or emotional events. Status Epilepticus Abnormally prolonged seizures. Status epilepticus may range from a severe absence seizure where the person is disoriented and confused, but able to walk and carry on basic functioning, to a severe tonic clonic seizure in which the person remains in a coma for four or more days. Staus epilepticus is a medical emergency that may result in further damage to the brain and even death.
Medical intervention is necessary.