Patient's question:
Suddenly motionless, eyes wide open without blinking, the whole body feels soft and limp, unable to cry for half a day! Vomited after waking up for over 10 minutes. Is it epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
Children with epilepsy need to be identified in minor seizures. The minor seizures in children are characterized by sudden onset and sudden cessation of brief loss of consciousness without convulsions. During the seizure, the child may remain motionless, with slightly pale complexion, pause in speech, inability to hold objects, and sometimes difficulty standing. The onset usually occurs within 2 to 10 minutes. Sometimes the child may not realize what has happened. Parents should be careful not to scare the child. Parents should also be aware that this could also be a symptom of epilepsy.