Cortical Epilepsy (Noun)
Meaning
Epilepsy in which the attacks begins with an isolated disturbance of cerebral function (as a twitching of a limb or an illusory sensation or a mental disturbance).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with cortical epilepsy after experiencing recurring episodes of twitching in her left arm.
- Cortical epilepsy is often difficult to diagnose due to its subtle and varied symptoms.
- The neurologist specialized in treating patients with cortical epilepsy and other forms of seizure disorders.
- Research suggests that cortical epilepsy may be caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain's cerebral cortex.
- The woman's cortical epilepsy caused her to experience strange mental disturbances, including hallucinations and disorientation.