Absence Seizures in Sports: A Blurred Line Between Health and Performance The recent collapse of Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala on the pitch has brought attention to a relatively rare but not unknown medical condition in sports: absence seizures.
These episodes can have serious implications for athletes at all levels, despite often being dismissed as merely "part of everyday life" by those experiencing them.
Epilepsy, which includes absence seizures, is one of the most common neurological disorders worldwide. Its diagnosis and management remain a challenge, especially in high pressure environments like professional sports.