It's understandable to feel concerned about staring spells or moments of "zoning out," especially with a history of temporal lobe seizures. However, brief staring or being lost in thought does not necessarily mean seizure activity is occurring. Since you have not had any seizures for 3 years, this could just be normal Show Full Answer

It's understandable to feel concerned about staring spells or moments of "zoning out," especially with a history of temporal lobe seizures. However, brief staring or being lost in thought does not necessarily mean seizure activity is occurring. Since you have not had any seizures for 3 years, this could just be normal inattention or daydreaming. But it would be wise to document how often this happens and any accompanying symptoms. If the spacing out episodes increase in frequency or you notice other concerning symptoms, consult your doctor.

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