Patient's question:
The baby experienced severe respiratory distress at birth and suffered from recurrent ischemic-hypoxic encephalopathy, lagging behind normal infants. Later, the child underwent rehabilitation at the children's hospital, and the condition was generally manageable. However, after three months, the baby again developed left leg spasms. Initially, they were prescribed valproic acid, which showed little effect after a month. What should be taken now?Doctor's answer:
At birth, the brain experienced ischemia and hypoxia, and now it is considered that this may have triggered some existing diseases. Valproate tablets, which are used to treat pediatric congenital and secondary epilepsy, may not be effective. Additionally, rehabilitation therapy is also needed. Infantile spasms can cause significant harm to children, so it is recommended that parents take their child to a specialized clinic for follow-up treatment and treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, it is okay to give the child some juice, which is beneficial for digestion and vitamin absorption, and can help prevent stomach problems. We hope the child can recover as soon as possible!