Seizures… Again?!

Listen to this episode from Home of Medicine with Dr Amie Burbridge and Dr Ben Lovell on Spotify. Seizures, Weakness & the Lumbar Puncture Debate – A Tough Emergency CaseIn this episode, Ben and I tackle a complex Emergency Department case—a patient presenting with seizures and left arm weakness. It’s a tricky scenario that sparks a key debate: Should we perform a lumbar puncture?We break down the decision-making process, discuss the challenges of diagnosing neurological conditions in Acute Medicine, and reflect on the bigger question: How is Acute Medicine Perceived? Join us for an insightful discussion on seizures, stroke mimics, and the evolving role of Acute Medicine.