Patient's question:
My little nephew was diagnosed with spastic epilepsy shortly after birth. He cannot speak, his eyes look lifeless, and he appears simple-minded. My sister felt very heartbroken seeing him and took him to the hospital for treatment. The doctor said it was very difficult to treat and that medication could only be used as a temporary measure.Doctor's answer:
Hello,1. Severe recurrence in children: Sudden loss of consciousness, cessation of breathing, foaming at the mouth, convulsions of the limbs, possibly accompanied by tongue bites and incontinence (uncontrolled urination), lasting 1 to 5 minutes, followed by sleep after convulsions stop.
2. Initial symptoms of epilepsy in children: During a recurrence, the child patient may become motionless, with slightly pale complexion, pause in speech activity, inability to hold objects, and sometimes difficulty standing. The onset usually occurs within 2 to 10 minutes.
3. Attention topic for care: Parents should pay close attention to the symptoms during a child's recurrence, which helps doctors understand the condition.
Emergency measures for children's epilepsy recurrence:
1. Quickly support the child to prevent falling and place them on a flat or safe surface.
2. Unfasten the collar and cuffs to ensure an unobstructed airway. Turn the head and body to one side to allow saliva, mucus, and other fluids to drain.
3. Stay with the child until the convulsions stop.
4. Carefully observe which parts of the body are convulsing, whether consciousness and perception are present, and record the duration to describe the condition to the doctor.
5. After the convulsions stop, perform cleanup and comfort the child to alleviate their anxiety.
It is recommended to choose traditional Chinese medicine for regulation. Wishing you a speedy recovery!