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Recognition of major epilepsy
• Convulsive movements
• Rigidity and arching of the back
• Sudden unconsciousness, and often lets out a cry
• Cyanosis (blue/greyness around the lips) may set in because they may have stopped breathing, albeit temporarily
• Possible loss of bladder or bowel control
• Frothy saliva may appear at the mouth. This could be blood-stained if they have bitten their tongue or lips
• Their jaw may be clenched
• After a few minutes, the muscles may relax and breathing will return to normal
• They could recover not knowing what has just happened
• They will be tired and could fall into a prolonged sleep
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