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Epilepsy

Epileptic seizures during the day in Ramadan:

When does a person need emergency medical care, and when to call emergency services?
  • If the person is experiencing seizures for the first time.
  • If the person has difficulty breathing or waking up after the seizure.
  • If the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes.
  • If the person has a second seizure shortly after the first seizure.
  • If the person is injured during the seizure.
  • If the person has a seizure while in the water.
  • If the person suffers from a health condition, such as diabetes or heart disease, or is pregnant.
First aid in case of seizures:
  • Lay the patient on the ground.
  • Gently place the patient on one side to help him breathe.
  • Secure the area around the patient.
  • Place something soft under the patient’s head, such as a jacket, or other.
  • Remove glasses from the patient’s face and unbutton his shirt and tie.
  • It is necessary to call emergency services if the seizure lasts more than five minutes.
Things to avoid:
  • Trying to stop the patient's movements during the seizure.
  • Putting any object in the patient’s mouth, as this can injure his jaw or damage his teeth.
  • Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation, as the patient will start breathing on his own after the seizure.
  • Offering food or water until you are sure that the patient has fully recovered.
How to Handle Emergency Situation



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