Focal emotional seizure with laughing
Focal emotional seizure with laughing (gelastic) is characterized by bursts of laughter or giggling, usually without appropriate related emotion of happiness, and described as 'mirthless'.
Also called: Gelastic seizure, Gelastic seizures.
Conditions associated with focal emotional seizure with laughing
The following conditions have been associated with focal emotional seizure with laughing in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency, infantile/juvenile form
3-phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency, infantile/juvenile form is a medical condition that may be associ...
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with variou...
Bilateral generalized polymicrogyria
Bilateral generalized polymicrogyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures
Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Xia-Gibbs syndrome
Xia-Gibbs syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 102
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 102 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
neurodevelopmental disorder with hypotonia and speech delay, with or without seizures
neurodevelopmental disorder with hypotonia and speech delay, with or without seizures is a medical condition t...
Tests providers may use to investigate focal emotional seizure with laughing
When investigating focal emotional seizure with laughing, 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 emotional seizure with laughing
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
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 emotional seizure with laughing 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 emotional seizure with laughing mean?
Focal emotional seizure with laughing is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Focal emotional seizure with laughing (gelastic) is characterized by bursts of laughter or giggling, usually without appropriate related emotion of happiness, and described as 'mirthless'.
Which conditions are associated with focal emotional seizure with laughing?
Focal emotional seizure with laughing has been reported in association with 7 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency, infantile/juvenile form, Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome, Bilateral generalized polymicrogyria, Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures, Xia-Gibbs syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about focal emotional seizure with laughing?
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.