Patient's question:
Tianjin condition description: A baby, about ten days old, sometimes suddenly shouts loudly during nighttime sleep and then wakes up crying uncontrollably. The same thing happens several times during the day. Treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment has been given. Only the patting method has been used. What kind of help is desired: Hope to receive guidance from a doctor to understand the cause and find a solution.Doctor's answer:
Hello, the child's condition should be somewhat affected by fright. Currently, it's still necessary to wait and see, and attention should be paid to avoiding situations that may frighten the child. At the same time, calcium and cod liver oil can be supplemented. During sleep, it's important to maintain a quiet environment. Continue to monitor the situation. If it occurs frequently, a timely CT scan is necessary. Based on the patient's medical history and age, the main conditions to rule out are epilepsy or encephalitis. It is recommended to go to the hospital for tests such as trace element analysis, electroencephalography (EEG), and brain MRI to identify the cause of the convulsions. Then, further treatment can be provided based on the cause. Consider using a dynamic EEG, as the possibility of epilepsy is still high. It is essential to rule out diseases such as brain tumors.