Diseases and Conditions
Absence seizure
Dietary therapy
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Coping and support
Preparing for an appointment
Complications
While most children outgrow absence seizures, some:
- Must take anti-seizure medications throughout life to prevent seizures
- Eventually have full convulsions, such as generalized tonic-clonic seizures
Other complications can include:
- Learning difficulties
- Behavior problems
- Social isolation
