Question
What Are the Early Symptoms of Pediatric Epilepsy?
Answer
The early symptoms of pediatric epilepsy manifest as generalized recurrent seizures, known as grand mal seizures. During a grand mal seizure, the child suddenly loses consciousness, their breathing stops, and white foam may be expelled from their mouth. Their face may turn blue or purple, and their pupils may dilate. Subsequently, the child’s limbs may exhibit convulsive movements, stiffness, or clenched fists. Their eyes may roll up or drift to one side. In addition, the muscles of the face and limbs may experience spasmodic twitching. The child’s breathing is often rapid and irregular, and they may bite their tongue or have incontinence of urine or feces. These seizures typically last for 1 to 5 minutes. After the seizure, the child may be disoriented or have an aversion to food, gradually regaining consciousness after several hours. The treatment methods for epilepsy vary depending on the patient’s condition, and it is recommended to visit a professional hospital for detailed examinations as soon as possible to adopt appropriate symptomatic treatment.