Other times, he would just stare with a vacant look on his face, after which time he would become very sleepy. He seemed alone and frightened. After this we went to the doctor. What Caroline didn't know at that time was that Will was experiencing epileptic seizures. Read on to learn more about epileptic seizures and epilepsy.
Seizures are the primary symptom of epilepsy.
Seizures occur when the brain's electrical signals misfire and a person's consciousness or actions are altered for a short period of time. When the electrical signals return to normal, usually within a few seconds or a few minutes, the seizure stops. Epilepsy is characterized by recurring seizures. It is not contagious and usually not hereditary, although a predisposition to seizures may be apparent in certain families. Seizures may be triggered by repetitive sounds, flashing lights, or touch to certain parts of the body.