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Are there any added dangers when a seizure occurs in an older person?

April 26, 2017added dangers occurs Older person seizure

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Are there any added dangers when a seizure occurs in an older person?

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There is more detriment to an elderly person who has a seizure because seizures can lead to falls, and falls are well documented to lead to broken hips. A broken hip is the number one reason for someone to be admitted to a nursing home. Also, it takes longer for the elderly to recover from a seizure and, thirdly, these patients don’t have the same amount of mental reserve to begin with as a younger person.