Patient's question:
I have had epilepsy for a long time and have been taking medication, but it hasn't been effective. It still frequently recurs, and we are almost at our wit's end. What should I do during an epileptic seizure?Doctor's answer:
First, after the child's epilepsy, it is necessary to go for a follow-up visit to the pediatric neurology department as soon as possible. A thorough head MRI examination is required to check for any intracranial conditions, such as growths or other issues. Try to lie on your side. If there is vomit, it should be cleared away as soon as possible to prevent the recurrence of breathing difficulties. Additionally, a soft small towel can be folded into a strip and placed between the rows of teeth to prevent tongue bites. The rest is to call 120 and take the child to the emergency department for treatment.It is also necessary to pay attention to how fever-induced high fever seizures may occur, and an electroencephalogram (EEG) should be performed to differentiate the type of epilepsy. Based on the type, appropriate antiepileptic drugs should be determined for treatment.