Patient's question:
Children of friends and relatives have experienced several episodes of epilepsy symptoms. Sometimes, during an activity, she suddenly stops talking, her eyes look blank, as if she doesn't know what she's looking at, and her expression becomes vacant. Occasionally, her eyes may roll back, and even when she hasn't eaten anything, she may make chewing and swallowing movements.What kind of help is needed: Please ask what tests need to be done when a child shows symptoms of epilepsy?
Doctor's answer:
The child has again exhibited symptoms of epilepsy. The electroencephalogram (EEG) is the most basic and essential tool for diagnosing epilepsy. It should be said that every confirmed diagnosis of epilepsy requires a thorough and standardized EEG examination. The ideal scenario would be conducting an EEG during the recurrence period. The most commonly performed tests are cranial imaging examinations, such as brain CT or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Additionally, blood glucose and electrolyte tests should be conducted. Furthermore, additional tests should be determined based on the child's specific situation to rule out other potential causes of seizures.