Patient's question:
Since last month, when it started, I noticed that my son sometimes has seizures that might occur again, and sometimes his eyes start to look up. But recently, it has become more noticeable. When I took him to the hospital for a thorough examination, the doctor said my son has epilepsy. He prescribed some medication for him to take at home, but there hasn't been any improvement. Can a CT scan detect epilepsy in children?Doctor's answer:
1、Diagnosing epilepsy requires an MRI examination. If the results of a standard MRI are normal, it is understood that a more detailed examination of the hippocampal region is necessary to detect changes such as hippocampal sclerosis.2、Diagnosing epilepsy requires a physical examination, including a general internal medicine system check and a neurological examination. The focus should be on the neurological aspect. Pay attention to the patient's mental state and intelligence. Also, pay attention to how the patient speaks. When examining the eyes, pay attention to checking the fundus.