Patient's question:
Daughter was born 20 days ago. Since the previous night, she has been having frequent twitching of her limbs at night. She has also been spitting up foam. The whole family is very worried. They went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said it was a seizure. How serious is this condition? Can it be treated? What kind of medicine is best for neonatal seizures?Doctor's answer:
This disease is still relatively serious. Early recovery means early detection and treatment. Children can recover through active treatment. It is recommended to take the child to a regular hospital in the local area for a detailed examination in a timely manner. After identifying the cause, symptomatic treatment should be carried out instead of blindly using medication. For this disease, it is recommended to administer barbiturates intravenously. If the convulsions cannot be stopped, phenytoin can be used as an alternative treatment.