Question
A 6-month-old baby cannot lift its head, can roll over, and has normal appetite. There are no significant abnormalities, but the baby sometimes trembles. What are the causes of infant epilepsy?
Answer
Epilepsy is generally caused by abnormal discharge of brain neurons within the body. The main cause of this condition is an abnormality in neuronal impulses. Of course, some patients may be related to genetic inheritance across generations or other trauma factors. If you are not sure, it is best to undergo genetic screening first to see if there are any related genes. Conditions such as intrauterine distress or aspiration may lead to neonatal hypoxia, brain edema, and encephalopathy, which can further lead to epilepsy.