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Updated: July 01, 2008

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Definition: The area of the brain where seizures originate. Seizure characteristics can vary depending upon where the focus is located in the brain, aiding your healthcare provider in your diagnosis and treatment.

This can sometimes be more obvious with partial seizures.

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