Patient's question:
A 12-year-old child had two seizures, with a one-week interval between them. The seizures occurred at 5:00 a.m. Is it possible that the child has epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Epilepsy originates in the brain and is a transient attack disorder caused by abnormal discharges of brain neurons. Its characteristic symptoms include irregular sudden recurrent attacks, foaming at the mouth, convulsions of the limbs, and sudden falls to the ground. It can resolve on its own, accompanied by brief loss of consciousness. It is recommended to take the child to a specialized epilepsy hospital for examination. After confirming the cause, symptomatic treatment should be administered. If it is epilepsy, early treatment is necessary. After all, the child is still young, and the chances of cure are greater with early treatment. It is crucial not to delay treatment to avoid worsening the condition!