What Is A Seizure Aura?

Epileptic auras are subjective sensory or psychic phenomena due to a focal seizure, i.e. a seizure that originates from that area of the brain responsible for the function which then expresses itself with the symptoms of the aura.

In focal aware seizures (FAS) or 'epilepsy auras', previously called simple partial seizures, a person is conscious and will often know something is happening.

Recognition that auras are common in patients with GE should help prevent the misdiagnosis of FE based solely on reports of isolated auras suggesting localized seizure onset (e.g., déjà vu, gustatory hallucination).

Seizure auras are a type of seizure and your brain’s way to warn you of another impending seizure. We explain what an aura is, what they mean, and more.

A seizure aura is a sensation a person might experience during the initial phase of a seizure. Learn more about seizure auras and what they feel like here.

Unlike other types of seizures, you stay awake and aware when you're having this kind. However, you may have auras and not remember them. An aura is actually part of a simple partial or focal...