Abstract
The history of hysteria, with special reference to pseudoseizures, is reviewed. The distinguishing features between nonepileptic and epileptic convulsions are then considered, prior to discussion of management and prognosis. The various psychopathologies associated with the diagnosis are noted, as are psychiatric conditions that may be confused with epilepsy. It is concluded that pseudoseizures represent a complex clinical problem, often requiring multidisciplinary evaluation, that can be rewarding to diagnose and treat.
MeSH terms
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Anxiety Disorders / diagnosis
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Conversion Disorder / diagnosis*
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Conversion Disorder / epidemiology
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Depersonalization / diagnosis
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Electroencephalography
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Epilepsy / blood
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Epilepsy / diagnosis*
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Epilepsy / psychology
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Epilepsy / therapy
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Epilepsy, Temporal Lobe / blood
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Mental Disorders / diagnosis
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Mental Disorders / therapy
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Monitoring, Physiologic
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Panic
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Prolactin / blood
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Psychophysiologic Disorders / diagnosis*
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Psychophysiologic Disorders / therapy
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Psychotropic Drugs / therapeutic use
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Rage
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Telemetry
Substances
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Psychotropic Drugs
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Prolactin