Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain. People who have epilepsy have electrical activity in the brain that is not normal, causing seizures. There are different types of seizures. In some cases, a seizure may cause jerking, uncontrolled movements, and loss of consciousness.
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Tachypnea is the term used to describe breathing that is rapid and shallow. Abnormally fast breathing is a symptom that is often caused by the build up of carbon dioxide in your lungs. Whenever the ability to expire carbon dioxide decreases, it causes a buildup of it in your blood.