Question
A 3-year-old boy has had multiple seizures triggered by high fever at the age of one, totaling nine seizures so far. The temperature during the last four episodes was between 37.5°C and 37.6°C. How can epilepsy be diagnosed?
Answer
If a child only experiences seizures due to fever, it may be caused by the high fever stimulating the brain nerves. However, if seizures occur frequently even when the body temperature is normal, the possibility of epilepsy should be considered. Epileptic seizures are caused by abnormal discharge of certain neurons, affecting other areas of the brain. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly for a diagnosis.