Patient's question:
Main symptoms at half a year old: Whole body trembling, could be described as muscle cramps, foaming at the mouth, pale complexion. Onset time: 20091031. Test results: None.Doctor's answer:
I don't know if parents have ever had this experience: when a child has a fever, their body suddenly starts to spasm all over or in localized areas. Sometimes, they can lose consciousness in an instant, with their eyes rolling back. It's truly frightening and leaves parents completely panicked, even to the point of forgetting the number for 120! This symptom, which causes temporary loss of consciousness, is called "febrile seizures." It usually occurs in children with weaker constitutions and younger ages (6 months to 5 years) and is often accompanied by high fever (upper respiratory infection). Moreover, the likelihood is higher in boys than in girls. Fortunately, these "febrile seizures" are not immediately life-threatening (the probability is very low), so it's essential to stay calm when they occur. Avoid excessive tension, such as shaking or rubbing the child's hands and feet. If vomiting occurs, turn the child's head to one side to prevent vomit from obstructing the airway. If the seizure persists for more than five minutes, or if the child remains unconscious after the seizure, it's necessary to seek medical attention immediately, while ensuring the airway remains clear during transport to the hospital. It's important to note that if the seizure occurs in the central nervous system, it requires special attention! It may be due to viral infection and damage to the brain, leading to fever and seizures. Immediate medical treatment is crucial to prevent severe long-term consequences. Parents concerned about their children might wonder: Is my child suffering from epilepsy? How could such a thing happen with just a small fever? In fact, there's no need to be too anxious. As mentioned earlier, these spasms only occur during fever, whereas epilepsy happens without warning and is not triggered by any factors or causes. If you still feel uneasy, you can have your child undergo a brain imaging scan or an electroencephalogram (EEG) at the hospital.Dad and Mom, you no longer need to panic over febrile seizures like ants on a hot stove. With careful attention and calm handling, they are merely a "bonus" during high fever.