Focal tonic seizure
A type of focal motor seizure characterized by sustained increase in muscle contraction, lasting a few seconds to minutes.
Also called: Focal tonic seizures, Local tonic seizures, Localised tonic seizure, Localized tonic seizure, Partial tonic seizure, Partial tonic seizures, Segmental tonic seizure.
Conditions associated with focal tonic seizure
The following conditions have been associated with focal tonic seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with variou...
CLCN4-related X-linked intellectual disability syndrome
CLCN4-related X-linked intellectual disability syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Hemimegalencephaly
Hemimegalencephaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Self-limited infantile epilepsy
Self-limited infantile epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
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 112
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 112 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
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Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN8A gene...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 14
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the KCNT1 gene...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 28
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the WWOX gene....
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developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 66 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Tests providers may use to investigate focal tonic seizure
When investigating focal tonic 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 tonic seizure
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
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 ...
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if focal tonic 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 tonic seizure mean?
Focal tonic seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A type of focal motor seizure characterized by sustained increase in muscle contraction, lasting a few seconds to minutes.
Which conditions are associated with focal tonic seizure?
Focal tonic seizure has been reported in association with 11 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome, CLCN4-related X-linked intellectual disability syndrome, Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, Hemimegalencephaly, Self-limited infantile epilepsy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about focal tonic 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.