Feline Audiogenic Reflex Seizures (FARS)
Feline audiogenic reflex seizures is a condition characterized by non-progressive myoclonic seizures triggered by loud sounds (high-pitched sounds tend to be most triggering).
Age of Onset: Most commonly greater than 15 years of age
Sex Predisposition: Any sex of animal can be affected
Clinical Course:
Non-progressive (however repetitive sound stimulation may result in progression to a generalized seizure)
Non-progressive (however repetitive sound stimulation may result in progression to a generalized seizure)
Clinical Signs:
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Hypersensitivity to “sharp sounds”
Drowsiness
Disorientation
Movement
“Startle-like” myoclonic jerks in response to sudden sounds
Behavioral/Mental Awareness
Hypersensitivity to “sharp sounds”
Drowsiness
Disorientation
Movement
“Startle-like” myoclonic jerks in response to sudden sounds
Intracranial - Forebrain
Unknown
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