Epileptic Seizures Precipitated by Eating

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Abstract
The case of a mentally retarded 18 yr old girl who for 2 yr has experienced epileptic seizures exclusively during meals was discussed. Polygraphic recordings defined the electrical and clinical features of these seizures. None of the possible precipitating factors considered in other cases in the literature (chewing, swallowing, conditioned reflex, etc.) seems to be involved in this case. In this patient the precipitating factor may be the complete act of eating a meal, which involves the satisfaction of a basic drive.