Question
Why would a 5-year-old child develop epilepsy?
Answer
Birth injuries are one of the main causes of epilepsy in children. Many cases of epilepsy are due to brain damage caused by the use of forceps or vacuum extractors during labor, or from severe asphyxia and intracranial hemorrhage. These injuries may trigger epilepsy seizures. Early prevention and treatment are very important for reducing the impact of epilepsy on the child.