06/06/2026
If you stopped by the store today or yesterday and only saw Josh, this is why 👇
As many of you know, my Brother Robert has Epilepsy (seizures). He had several of them this week, ending up in the ER Wednesday night with one that wouldn't stop 😞 Once they had everything calmed down, they decided to admit him for observation 👀
Unfortunately during that time, my Parents (who have been with him all this time) told me he had multiple seizures. The last one he had Thursday night was not good at all. Honestly, it was kind of scary as he ended up on the hospital floor 😭
After what literally felt like forever, because it was 20+ minutes, the dozen or so Nurses and Doctors (because my 6'3 Brother having a seizure like this, is not always easy to control) were able to calm his seizure down with medication 💉
Out of precaution, they did scans of his head, neck, and shoulders 🩻 All came back good 🙌
Since then he's been resting quite a bit because seizures like that wear him out big time 😴 Had lots of tests trying to figure out what is going on and why he is having severe grand mal seizures like he did many years ago 🥹
He's doing much better today. No seizure activity 🙌 Getting meds via IV. Slowly getting better. Still doing tests. We hope to get some answers to go home tomorrow 🙏
➡️ A little information to understand what he is going through.....
Grand mal seizures (now medically called generalized tonic-clonic seizures) are events caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. They cause a sudden loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions. Treatment focuses on daily anti-seizure medication, lifestyle adjustments, and learning proper first aid to ensure safety.
A generalized tonic-clonic seizure typically lasts 1 to 3 minutes and progresses through distinct stages.
The Three Phases:
The Aura:
Some individuals experience a warning sign (such as anxiety, nausea, or strange smells) before the seizure begins.
The Tonic Phase (10–20 seconds):
Consciousness is lost, and the body stiffens as muscles suddenly contract. The person may cry out and fall to the floor.
The Clonic Phase (1–2 minutes):
The muscles go into rhythmic, uncontrollable jerking or twitching as they rapidly flex and relax. Bladder or bowel control may be lost, and the tongue can be bitten.
The Postictal Phase:
After the active shaking stops, the brain and body need time to recover. During this phase, the person may be deeply confused, drowsy, or dazed. Experience a severe headache, fatigue, and widespread muscle aches. Fall into a deep sleep that lasts for several hours.
Common causes while sometimes linked to genetic epilepsy, these seizures can also be triggered by acute health issues, including:
Severe head injuries or tumors
High fevers or infections (e.g., meningitis)
Stroke or dementia
Severely low blood sugar or electrolyte imbalances
Withdrawal from alcohol or certain drugs
How to Help (First Aid) If you witness someone having a grand mal seizure, follow these safety steps:
Clear the area. Move furniture or hard objects out of the way to prevent injury.
Protect the head. Place something soft (like a jacket or pillow) under their head.
Turn them on their side. Gently roll them onto their side once the shaking stops or if they vomit. This keeps their airway clear.
Do NOT restrain. Do not try to hold them down or stop their movements.
Do NOT put anything in their mouth. This can cause tooth damage or obstruct their airway.
Time the seizure. Note exactly when the seizure started and how long it lasts.
When to Call Emergency Services. Always dial 911 or your local emergency number immediately if the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes, if the person has trouble breathing or does not regain consciousness after the shaking stops, a second seizure begins shortly after the first, the person is pregnant, injured themselves during the fall, or has diabetes.
All information I just shared about seizures I found on Google via the Mayo Clinic.
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