Patient's question:
The neighbor's aunt just had a son, and everyone is very happy. However, this child is a bit abnormal—his complexion is extremely pale, and his muscles often spasm. Sometimes he feels dizzy. After examination, it was diagnosed as benign infantile myoclonic epilepsy.Doctor's answer:
Mainly treated with antiepileptic drugs. Prognosis is good. Benign infantile myoclonic epilepsy often spontaneously remits 6 months to 5 years after onset. Children with auditory or tactile stimulation-induced seizures have a better prognosis, as myoclonic seizures can be easily controlled with antiepileptic drugs or by avoiding stimuli. Conversely, electroencephalographic photosensitivity may persist for many years after clinical remission.Generally speaking, 10%-20% of children with benign infantile myoclonic epilepsy may experience infrequent GIGS after treatment cessation, mainly in early adolescence. Mental and motor development is normal, but if left untreated, 10%-20% of children may later develop mild cognitive, behavioral, or motor deficits.