What is another word for Epilepsia Minor?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪlˈɛpsi͡ə mˈa͡ɪnə] (IPA) 
Epilepsy is a disorder that affects the nervous system and is characterized by seizures. Epilepsia Minor, also known as benign childhood epilepsy, is a specific type of epilepsy that affects children. This type of epilepsy is considered to be mild and usually has a good prognosis. There are several synonyms for Epilepsia Minor, including childhood absence epilepsy, petit mal epilepsy, and non-convulsive epilepsy. Childhood Absence Epilepsy is a subtype of Epilepsia Minor characterized by brief episodes of staring that can be accompanied by subtle body movements. Petit Mal Epilepsy is a term used to explain epilepsy seizures that present with minor symptoms, such as brief lapses in awareness. Non-Convulsive Epilepsy is a term used to describe epilepsy that does not cause convulsions, but instead, causes behavioral or cognitive disruptions.
