Patient's question:
Half-year Description of Problem: Three years ago, a single episode of high fever with convulsions occurred, involving full-body twitching. One month ago, another episode of high fever with convulsions occurred, lasting approximately two minutes. What kind of brain damage might this situation cause? How can it be controlled and prevented?Doctor's answer:
Simple febrile seizures have a good long-term prognosis and have no impact on intelligence, learning, or behavior. As the child grows and the brain develops gradually, febrile seizures generally do not recur. Characteristics of complex febrile seizures: age > 6 years, temperature < 38.5℃ during seizure, focal seizure pattern, convulsions lasting more than 15 minutes, repeated seizures within 24 hours, and abnormal EEG results even after normal temperature for 2 weeks. The prognosis is poor, and about 1% to 2% may develop epilepsy. Prevention: Avoid fever-inducing factors as much as possible. Engage in outdoor activities regularly to help the child gradually adapt to temperature changes in the external environment. However, it is also important to pay attention to temperature changes, adjust clothing promptly, and prevent colds. Pay attention to a reasonable diet to enhance the child's physical fitness. Once fever occurs, it is important to control the body temperature below 38℃ as soon as possible.