Patient's question:
The child has just turned one year old, but it has been noticed that the child cries very easily and sometimes suddenly twitches while sleeping. Could this be epilepsy? What are the symptoms of epilepsy in a one-year-old child?Doctor's answer:
The symptoms of a grand mal seizure of epilepsy are primarily limb convulsions, accompanied by other symptoms as well. When a patient experiences a sudden grand mal seizure, consciousness is abruptly lost, followed by muscle stiffness throughout the body and then falling to the ground. Gradually, stiffness will also occur in the lower limbs. At this point, the patient's head may tilt backward, and they may bite their tongue, among other symptoms. Family members should be prepared for protective measures.