Patient's question:
My son is two and a half years old this year. My child has been occasionally nodding his head lately, completely unintentionally. If it's just a couple of times, it wouldn't matter, but it has happened quite a few times already. I'm very worried about my child. Is it epilepsy if a child nods his head?Doctor's answer:
The typical clinical manifestations of epilepsy are convulsions of the limbs, foaming at the mouth, and upward rolling of the eyes. This is the typical recurrence of epilepsy. However, some forms of epilepsy may not present with typical recurrence, and the manifestations can vary. Therefore, if we suspect epilepsy, we should actively seek medical attention and undergo careful examination of the electroencephalogram (EEG) or a 24-hour ambulatory EEG. Regulate physical and mental health, maintain personal hygiene, and avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.