Temporal lobe seizures that don't involve a loss of cognition have also been called focal seizures with retained awareness.

Focal Cortical Dysplasia (FCD): A malformation of brain development that can lead to epilepsy, characterized by abnormal cortical architecture. Temporal Lobe Epilepsy (TLE): A type of epilepsy ...

One type of seizure is called a focal onset seizure ... For example, if it happens in the occipital lobe in the back of the brain, your child may have trouble seeing clearly.