Question

If a child has seizures caused by brain injury due to hypoxia, how long should medication be stopped before undergoing an EEG?

Answer

Hello, based on your description, it may be seizures caused by brain injury due to hypoxia. If there are no further attack , it is generally not recommended to continue using medication. Additionally, sedatives may affect the EEG procedure, and it is generally suggested to discontinue medication for at least 72 hours before the test. The primary purpose of performing an EEG on children of this age group is to rule out the possibility of epilepsy. It is recommended to regularly visit the pediatric department for check-ups.