Forced eye closure-induced reflex seizure and non-ketotic hyperglycemia

We report an uncommon case of 53-year-old female patient with partial seizure induced by forced vol¬untary eye closure due to non-ketotic hyperglycemia. The initial laboratory tests showed an elevated blood glucose level of 550 mg/dL but no evidence of ketosis. Brain magnetic resonance imaging was normal. When the blood glucose levels decreased slowly to about 150 mg/dL in five days, the seizures ended completely. No anticonvulsants were used. Since seizures are generally refractory to antiepileptic medication, control of blood glucose is essential. Ann Saudi Med 2009; 29(4): 313-315
Source: Annals of Saudi Medicine - Category: General Medicine Tags: ISSUE 4 Source Type: research