Patient's question:
I recently heard about infantile spasms, and I'd like to ask how they are caused and what potential long-term effects they may have. I sincerely hope someone can help me clarify this. Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Infantile spasms often occur from a few days after birth to 30 months, with the peak onset before 6 months of age. There are many causes of this condition, among which birth injuries are a common cause of symptomatic epilepsy in infants and children. In addition to brain underdevelopment or congenital factors. Besides generalized convulsions, infantile spasms can also lead to intellectual disabilities in children. Immediate treatment should be initiated once a diagnosis is made. The earlier treatment begins, the milder the potential brain damage in the child may be.