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can a siezure be a symptom to a blow to the head 2 months after it occured?

 

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grandson had a seizure3days ago struck his head on a rock at summer camp 2 mos ago, received no treatment at the time

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August 27 2006 at 6:08 PM (3 minutes and 3 seconds later)
         
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Yes, seizures can develop after a head injury. They can occur both immediately and after an extended period.

That said, minor bumps on the head are not usually causes of seizures months later.


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