Sunflower syndrome
MONDO:0100529Mondo
Findings
No curated finding names Sunflower syndrome yet. Everything below is reference data from Mondo, HPO and GenCC, not evidence about what affects it.
Definition
A rare, photosensitive epileptic disorder characterized by highly stereotyped seizures. During these seizures, individuals with Sunflower syndrome turn toward a bright light while simultaneously waving one hand in front of their eyes. This unique behavior is coupled with abrupt lapses in consciousness.
Definition from the Mondo Disease Ontology (MONDO:0100529), read 2026-09-29. CC BY 4.0.
Where it sits
Other names
1 name
Resolves to: Sunflower syndrome
- Also called
- EEM with prominent photic induction