Blank Stare
A key feature of absence seizure is a blank stare. It may occur in any age group, but is a characteristic type in children. It occurs as a brief spell, where the patient may discontinue any ongoing activity and may stare blankly into the distance. In some cases, the eyeballs may roll upwards, and the eyelids blink repeatedly in a fluttering manner. Most often, this presentation is confused with a general lack of attentiveness, daydreaming or laziness. On this account, absence seizures often go undiagnosed. Some children may have many such spells per day. Proper diagnosis and medication can help in eliminating these seizures.