Question

Is it possible for a newborn to have a normal brain but abnormal brainwave readings during the brainwave test?

Answer

Whether it’s an infant or a child undergoing a brainwave test, special adhesive is used to secure the electrodes. This process does not cause brain damage or other harm to the child. Parents can accompany their baby during the examination, instructing them to cooperate with the doctor. Typically, babies will behave quite well. The specific test results should be analyzed based on the recorded brainwave activity from the brainwave imaging. If there are abnormalities in the brainwave readings, the doctor may further observe the baby’s development and behavior to determine if there are any intellectual issues. Therefore, brainwave imaging is merely an auxiliary diagnostic tool, and a judgment should be made by considering other factors as well.