Generalized non-motor (absence) seizure
A generalized non-motor (absence) seizure is a type of a type of dialeptic seizure that is of electrographically generalized onset. It is a generalized seizure characterized by an interruption of activities, a blank stare, and usually the person will be unresponsive when spoken to. Any ictal motor phenomena are minor in comparison to these non-motor features.
Also called: Absence seizure, Absence seizures, Brief seizures with staring spells, Generalised non-motor (absence) seizure, Generalised non-motor seizure, Petit mal, Petit mal seizure, Petit mal seizures.
Conditions associated with generalized non-motor (absence) seizure
The following conditions have been associated with generalized non-motor (absence) seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency, infantile/juvenile form
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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...
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome is a medical condition that may b...
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Epilepsy
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Epilepsy with eyelid myoclonia
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Epilepsy with myoclonic-atonic seizures
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Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizure plus
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Homocystinuria due to methylene tetrahydrofolate reductase deficiency
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Intellectual disability-seizures-abnormal gait-facial dysmorphism syndrome
Intellectual disability-seizures-abnormal gait-facial dysmorphism syndrome is a medical condition that may be ...
Juvenile absence epilepsy
Juvenile absence epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kleefstra syndrome 1
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Kleefstra syndrome due to 9q34 microdeletion
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Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like
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Lafora disease
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Laminin subunit alpha 2-related congenital muscular dystrophy
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Landau-Kleffner syndrome
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Microcephalic osteodysplastic primordial dwarfism types I and III
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PCDH19 clustering epilepsy
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PPFIA3-related neurodevelopmental disorder
A neurodevelopmental disorder caused by variation in the PPFIA3 gene. This disorder is characterised by develo...
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...
Self-limited infantile epilepsy
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Smith-Magenis syndrome
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Sotos syndrome
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WAC-related facial dysmorphism-developmental delay-behavioral abnormalities syndrome
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X-linked intellectual disability, Cantagrel type
An X-linked syndromic intellectual disability characterized by marked neonatal hypotonia, progressive quadripa...
ZTTK syndrome
ZTTK syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
chromosome 1q21.1 deletion syndrome
1q21.1 microdeletion syndrome is a newly described recurrent deletion syndrome with variable clinical manifest...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 103
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 103 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 108
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 108 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 116
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 116 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 6B
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 6B is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 94
An idiopathic generalized epilepsy characterized by onset of multiple seizure types in the first few years of ...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 99
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 99 is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
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, 19
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the GABRA1 gen...
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, 28
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the WWOX gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate generalized non-motor (absence) seizure
When investigating generalized non-motor (absence) 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 generalized non-motor (absence) seizure
Convulsive Seizure
A seizure involving stiffening followed by rhythmic jerking of the body, which requires medical attention....
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....
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 ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if generalized non-motor (absence) 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 generalized non-motor (absence) seizure mean?
Generalized non-motor (absence) seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A generalized non-motor (absence) seizure is a type of a type of dialeptic seizure that is of electrographically generalized onset. It is a generalized seizure characterized by an interruption of activities, a blank stare, and usually the person will be unresponsive when spoken to. Any ictal motor phenomena are minor in comparison to these non-motor features.
Which conditions are associated with generalized non-motor (absence) seizure?
Generalized non-motor (absence) seizure has been reported in association with 60 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-phosphoglycerate dehydrogenase deficiency, infantile/juvenile form, Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome, CLCN4-related X-linked intellectual disability syndrome, Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome, Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about generalized non-motor (absence) 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.