Patient's question:
My child is 12 years old. Last night, while sleeping for about 20 minutes, he had a seizure with his right eye rolling upwards, swallowing, and nodding. I took him to the hospital for an EEG and CT scan. The CT results were normal, but the EEG showed moderate abnormalities. The doctor said it's mild epilepsy. What should we do now? Why did my child develop mild epilepsy? What is going on?Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy is a disease characterized by sudden, brief disruptions in brain function. It is important to promptly seek medical attention at an epilepsy hospital for a thorough examination to determine the correct and appropriate treatment. While small seizures are less dangerous than large ones, their frequent occurrence can significantly impact a child's intelligence and development if not treated in a timely manner. We recommend first coming to our hospital for long-term video EEG and MRI examinations. After diagnosis, symptomatic treatment will be provided.