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Expert guidance for the moments during and after a first seizure.

๐Ÿฉน What to do NOW ๐Ÿ“‹ Next 48 Hours
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๐Ÿšจ When to Call 108 / 112

  • โฑ๏ธ Lasts longer than 5 minutes
  • ๐Ÿ”„ Another seizure starts immediately
  • ๐Ÿ’ง Happened in water
  • ๐Ÿค• Person was injured
  • ๐Ÿคฐ Person is pregnant or diabetic
  • ๐Ÿ’จ Trouble breathing after it ends
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First Aid Guide

Keep them safe. You cannot "stop" the seizure.

โœ… DO

  • Time the seizure immediately.
  • Cushion their head with something soft.
  • Loosen tight clothing around neck.
  • Turn them on their side if possible (to aid breathing).
  • Stay with them until fully awake.

โŒ DO NOT

  • DO NOT put anything in their mouth. (They cannot swallow their tongue).
  • DO NOT hold them down or restrain them.
  • DO NOT give food/water until fully alert.
  • DO NOT perform CPR during the seizure.
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What to say when they wake up:
"You had a seizure. You are safe. I am right here."

The First 48 Hours

Don't try to remember everything. Use this checklist.

Checklist Progress

Day 1: Safety & Medical

Day 2: Planning

๐Ÿฉบ Medical Reality

One seizure does not mean Epilepsy. Epilepsy is usually diagnosed after two unprovoked seizures. Your doctor will likely order an EEG and MRI.

๐Ÿ’Š Medications

You may not need medication yet. If prescribed, taking it at the exact same time every day is the most important rule.

๐Ÿš— Driving

Do not drive until cleared by a doctor. This is standard safety protocol. Most people return to driving after a seizure-free period.

You are not alone.

Millions of people live full, happy, successful lives with seizures.
This is a pause, not a full stop.

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