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Seizures are a symptom of epilepsy. Seizures (fits, convulsions) are episodes of disturbed brain function that cause changes in neuromuscular function, attention, or behavior. They are caused by abnormally excited electrical signals in the brain.
Focal seizures take place when abnormal electrical brain function happens in one or more areas of one side of the brain. Focal seizures may also be called partial seizures. With focal seizures, particularly with complex focal seizures, a person may experience an aura, or warning, before the seizure happens. The most common aura involves feelings, such as deja vu, impending doom, fear, or a feeling of great happiness or well-being.