Patient's question:
The cousin of my sister had a sudden seizure with (quadrupedal convulsions), rolled his eyes up, and fell into the swimming pool while swimming with children last year. Later, he was rescued, but the neighborhood doctor didn't conduct any tests and simply said he had epilepsy. They prescribed medication, but the family still didn't trust it and didn't take the drugs. Now, over a year later, there has been no occurrence of epilepsy as the doctor described.Doctor's answer:
Hello, the diagnostic criteria for epilepsy involve symptoms and electroencephalography (EEG). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is also necessary, as it primarily helps to rule out intracranial abnormalities. For diagnosing epilepsy, a standard EEG is not very meaningful; it is best to perform a 24-hour video EEG, which can confirm whether it is epilepsy and determine its type, among other things.We know that hydrocephalus in children has a significant impact on them. If it is not treated promptly or if the treatment method is incorrect, its progression is rapid, and it can cause great harm to the child. Therefore, it is essential to seek professional medical treatment at a specialized hospital for standardized care, as this is the key.