Patient's question:
My daughter was diagnosed with epilepsy since she was young. When she doesn't have a seizure, she's no different from a normal person. When she does have a seizure, she foams at the mouth and temporarily loses consciousness. Afterward, she doesn't remember what she did in that moment. We adults are also very anxious, hoping we can help her when she has a seizure. How should adults care for a child with epilepsy at home during a seizure?Doctor's answer:
Hello, during a seizure, quickly have the patient lie on their side, without using a pillow. Place a gauze-wrapped tongue depressor between the upper and lower teeth to prevent the patient from biting their tongue. Turn the patient's head to one side to allow oral and nasal secretions to drain out naturally, preventing saliva from entering the airway and causing aspiration pneumonia. In severe cases, this can lead to suffocation and endanger the patient's life. At the same time, lift the patient's lower jaw to ensure smooth breathing. Loosen any tight clothing on the patient, such as ties or constricting garments. If the seizure lasts for more than 5 minutes, or if a second seizure occurs immediately after the first without the patient regaining consciousness, and if the patient experiences breathing difficulties or injuries, immediately call an ambulance for emergency medical assistance.