Yes, it's possible to have more than one type of seizure. Based on your description, it sounds like you may be experiencing both focal seizures (staring spells) and generalized tonic-clonic seizures (full body convulsions). Focal seizures only affect one area of the brain and can cause unusual sensations or behaviors like Show Full Answer

Yes, it's possible to have more than one type of seizure. Based on your description, it sounds like you may be experiencing both focal seizures (staring spells) and generalized tonic-clonic seizures (full body convulsions). Focal seizures only affect one area of the brain and can cause unusual sensations or behaviors like staring. Generalized seizures involve the whole brain and often lead to loss of consciousness and uncontrollable body movements. It's not uncommon for someone with epilepsy to experience more than one seizure type. Getting an accurate diagnosis of your seizure types from your doctor can help guide treatment options.

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