Question
What should I do if my child has a sudden seizure during their nap?
Answer
Sudden seizures in infants during sleep may be a sign of epilepsy and necessitate immediate medical attention and treatment. Epilepsy comes in various types, with treatment medications varying depending on the type, and there is no one-size-fits-all medication for all types of epilepsy. If diagnosed with epilepsy, the first step is to consult a specialist epilepsy doctor at a specialized hospital, where a detailed examination and diagnosis can be conducted under the doctor’s guidance to receive accurate and effective treatment. Currently, commonly used medications include traditional antiepileptic drugs such as carbamazepine, sodium valproate, as well as new antiepileptic drugs like lamotrigine, topiramate, and oxcarbazepine, which are safer compared to traditional drugs like phenytoin and phenobarbital.