The disorder characterized by repetitive seizures due to abnormal brain electrical activity is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The disorder characterized by repetitive seizures due to abnormal brain electrical activity is:
A. Stroke
B. Meningitis
C. Epilepsy
D. Multiple sclerosis
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by recurrent seizures caused by excessive and synchronous neuronal firing. Stroke is from interrupted blood supply, MS is demyelination, meningitis is inflammation of meninges.

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Correct Answer: Option C


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