My son has a high fever and is experiencing convulsions. What should I do?

Patient's question:

My son had convulsions when he had a high fever. My son is 2 years and 3 months old. In 2006, he had convulsions twice. If this happens again next time, please ask the expert what I should do.

Doctor's answer:

If there is a similar situation next time, it is recommended to seek medical treatment promptly. You can keep some fever-reducing medicine at home. A single episode of high fever convulsion generally does not cause brain damage. It is advised to first focus on controlling the child's body temperature. If oral medication is not effective, it is recommended to go to the hospital for intravenous treatment. It is also suggested that after recovery, the child undergo an electroencephalogram (EEG) (a dynamic EEG may be necessary if needed).

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