Patient's question:
My child had a seizure after falling off the bed when they were one year old. The specific cause was not identified, but various tests and instruments at the hospital showed normal results. I suspect it might be congenital. If it was caused by a brain injury, how can it be diagnosed? The child has been on medication ever since, but two years ago, they missed several doses and had a recurrence. After restarting the medication, they haven’t had another seizure for over a year. However, they had another recurrence yesterday. I want to investigate the cause further, and the doctor suggested genetic testing. I’m unsure if this is necessary. If the condition is congenital, does it mean it cannot be fully cured? The child is a girl, and I’m worried it might affect future generations. She is now 5 years and 7 months old, but she is only 105 cm tall. What should we do?Help needed: Solving equations—what kind of help is needed?
Doctor's answer:
If the situation you mentioned reoccurs, it might be due to poor development of the brain from birth. A small portion of cases are related to trauma, but the reasons are often difficult to examine thoroughly. You can check the child's genetic chromosome status, as it may sometimes be related. If you want to confirm the diagnosis, it is generally possible. Most cases cannot be detected through examinations. Try taking medication first. It usually takes about 2-3 years.