Could a person who has a history of seizures develop a seizure by not eating enough or not sleeping enough?
2006-08-17 06:12:57 · 9 answers · asked by l2wh 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
you sure could, these are two big reasons you would have one. diet and sleep both effect health directly, and stress to the body and mind.
2006-08-17 06:17:19 · answer #1 · answered by R Squared 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course. You need to maintain stable sugar levels (the brain is very sensitive to this - ever seen a girl pass out from not eating?). And you need to get regular sleep. Say no to drugs, too. Especially caffeine.
I personally don't smoke, drink, or use any drugs (except prescribed) and I don't have seizures, but just in case, I'm already doing what I am supposed to do.
2006-08-17 13:24:55 · answer #2 · answered by jane 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes, and possibly
if you have a history of seizures, it's best to follow you're doctor's advice and treatment VERY closely and take care of yourself--it'd be really stupid to not eat or sleep much if you have a seizure history
2006-08-17 13:18:11 · answer #3 · answered by banzai 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, by not sleeping enough (I don't know why) but I work w/ a lady who went to bed wicked late all the time and got up wicked early. on those days-she'd get like 4 hrs sleep, she would have a seizure!!
"your" body needs plenty of rest, especially when medical conditions are present.
2006-08-17 13:20:21 · answer #4 · answered by drgn grl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes on the not sleeping enough the eating of food never heard of it and i have had seizures all my life
2006-08-17 13:19:16 · answer #5 · answered by freckles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Low bloodsuger and exhaustion place stress on the mind and body. I believe they could contribute to causing seizures. I'm no doctor.
2006-08-17 13:20:58 · answer #6 · answered by S.A.M. Gunner 7212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depnds on why you had seizures. If you had febrile seizure not to worry. Epilepsy possibly.
2006-08-17 13:19:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
R squared has the best answer!
You reallllly realllly need to take care of yourself.
2006-08-17 13:18:29 · answer #8 · answered by Munya Says: DUH! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not likely. Did you have one? If you did, that would not be normal even if didn't eat or drink anything for a while. Go to see a doctor if you had one.
2006-08-17 13:19:12 · answer #9 · answered by Art The Wise 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋