Focal autonomic seizure
An autonomic seizure is a type of focal non-motor seizure characterized by alteration of autonomic nervous system function as the initial semiological feature.
Also called: Focal autonomic seizures.
Conditions associated with focal autonomic seizure
The following conditions have been associated with focal autonomic seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Epilepsy with auditory features
Epilepsy with auditory features is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
New-onset refractory status epilepticus
New-onset refractory status epilepticus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Self-limited neonatal epilepsy
Self-limited neonatal epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 14
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the KCNT1 gene...
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83 is a medical condition that may be associated with...
Tests providers may use to investigate focal autonomic seizure
When investigating focal autonomic 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 focal autonomic seizure
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if focal autonomic 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 focal autonomic seizure mean?
Focal autonomic seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An autonomic seizure is a type of focal non-motor seizure characterized by alteration of autonomic nervous system function as the initial semiological feature.
Which conditions are associated with focal autonomic seizure?
Focal autonomic seizure has been reported in association with 5 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Epilepsy with auditory features, New-onset refractory status epilepticus, Self-limited neonatal epilepsy, developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 14, intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal recessive 83. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about focal autonomic 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.