What are the chances of recovery after seizure leading poor speech?
Patient: Hi, My Dad, 89 years old had a seizure and his speech is not understandable and he sleeps all the time in the hospital. He s not diagnosed as having a stroke. What are the chances for his recovery? I realize his age is against him and each person is different. He has a pacemaker but no other issues. Doctor: Hi,Thank you for posting your query.I have noted your father's symptoms. It is not clear why he sleeps most of the day.A single seizure should not lead to excessive sleepiness. We need to look at his anti-seizure medications. Some of them can lead to sleepiness. Also, he needs to be stimulated, made to watch TV, talk to relatives, sit up, etc. Hospital stay, especially in a dark room away from sunlight could contribute to his sleepiness.I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.Wishing you good health,Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)Senior Consultant NeurologistApollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, IndiaClick on this link to ask me a DIRECT QUERY: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumarMy BLOG: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.in