generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2
Any febrile seizures, familial in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN1A gene.
Also known as: GEFS+, type 2, SCN1A febrile seizures, familial, febrile seizures, familial caused by mutation in SCN1A, generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2, GEFSP2.
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Symptoms associated with generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2
The following symptoms have been associated with generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2 in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Atonic seizure
Atonic seizure is a type of motor seizure characterized by a sudden loss or diminution of muscle tone without ...
Bilateral tonic-clonic seizure
A bilateral tonic-clonic seizure is a seizure defined by a tonic (bilateral increased tone, lasting seconds to...
Febrile convulsion
A febrile seizure is any type of seizure (most often a generalized tonic-clonic seizure) occurring with fever ...
Focal hemiclonic seizure
A type of focal clonic seizure characterized by sustained rhythmic jerking rapidly involves one side of the bo...
Focal-onset seizure
A focal-onset seizure is a type of seizure originating within networks limited to one hemisphere. They may be ...
Generalized myoclonic seizure
A generalized myoclonic seizure is a type of generalized motor seizure characterized by bilateral, sudden, bri...
Generalized non-motor (absence) seizure
A generalized non-motor (absence) seizure is a type of a type of dialeptic seizure that is of electrographical...
Generalized tonic seizure
A generalized tonic seizure is a type of generalized motor seizure characterized by bilateral limb stiffening ...
Tests used to investigate generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 119
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developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 9
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intellectual disability, autosomal dominant 42
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2?
generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2 is a health condition described in medical literature. Any febrile seizures, familial in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN1A gene.
What are the symptoms of generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2?
generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2 is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Atonic seizure, Bilateral tonic-clonic seizure, Febrile convulsion, Focal hemiclonic seizure, Focal-onset seizure, Generalized myoclonic seizure. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2 diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2 include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.