VIETNAM Street fight between two young Vietnamese men ended with one of them having a seizure. After receiving several blows to the head from his opponent, he collapsed to the ground and began convulsing uncontrollably.
Seizure during a fight can be caused by several factors. Stress or trauma can trigger an epileptic seizure in someone who has epilepsy or is predisposed to it. A blow to the head or intense physical exertion can cause a drop in blood pressure and loss of consciousness, which is also typically accompanied by limb jerking. The most serious cause, however, is head injury or a concussion.
First aid in such cases primarily involves immediately stopping the fight. If a life is at risk, it is advisable to intervene even if you have no prior experience. You don’t have to physically engage, but do anything to stop the attack – shout at the aggressor or get other bystanders involved. In extreme cases, call the police. Once the attack has ended, do not try to stop the seizure physically – just remove any objects nearby that could cause injury. Call emergency services immediately and monitor vital signs until they arrive. After the seizure ends, it is recommended to place the person in the recovery position if they remain unconscious.
