Clonic seizure
A clonic seizure is a type of motor seizure characterized by sustained rhythmic jerking, that is regularly repetitive.
Conditions associated with clonic seizure
The following conditions have been associated with clonic seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency
Any 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase deficiency in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the MCCC1 g...
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 122
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 122 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Folinic acid-responsive seizures
Folinic acid-responsive seizures is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Jeffries-Lakhani neurodevelopmental syndrome
Jeffries-Lakhani neurodevelopmental syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Nil-Deshwar neurodevelopmental syndrome
Nil-Deshwar neurodevelopmental syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
RNU5B-1 related neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and joint laxity
A neurodevelopmental disorder in which the cause of the disease is a variation in RNU5B-1 gene and is characte...
congenital disorder of glycosylation, type IIcc
congenital disorder of glycosylation, type IIcc is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 104
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 104 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 112
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 112 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 119
A developmental and epileptic encephalopathy caused by the variants in the RNU2-2 gene, in which most reported...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 13
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN8A gene...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 24
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the HCN1 gene....
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 66
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 66 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental delay, impaired speech, and behavioral abnormalities
developmental delay, impaired speech, and behavioral abnormalities is a medical condition that may be associat...
episodic ataxia, type 9
episodic ataxia, type 9 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
mitochondrial complex IV deficiency, nuclear type 23
Any mitochondrial complex IV deficiency in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the COX11 gene....
neurodevelopmental disorder with dysmorphic facies, brain anomalies, and seizures
neurodevelopmental disorder with dysmorphic facies, brain anomalies, and seizures is a medical condition that ...
neurodevelopmental disorder with impaired language and ataxia and with or without seizures
neurodevelopmental disorder with impaired language and ataxia and with or without seizures is a medical condit...
Tests providers may use to investigate clonic seizure
When investigating clonic seizure, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. 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 ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside clonic seizure
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if clonic seizure is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom clonic seizure mean?
Clonic seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A clonic seizure is a type of motor seizure characterized by sustained rhythmic jerking, that is regularly repetitive.
Which conditions are associated with clonic seizure?
Clonic seizure has been reported in association with 18 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-methylcrotonyl-CoA carboxylase 1 deficiency, Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 122, Folinic acid-responsive seizures, Jeffries-Lakhani neurodevelopmental syndrome, Nil-Deshwar neurodevelopmental syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about clonic seizure?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.