Question
My son has been frequently collapsing suddenly, foaming at the mouth, and shouting or crying out for several months. He also scratches his hands. However, once he regains consciousness, he is completely normal and has no memory of fainting. My brother is very worried and took him to a children’s hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said it’s epilepsy, and he has been taking medication, but it still occurs occasionally. I am seeking assistance: What are the general symptoms of pediatric epilepsy?
Answer
General symptoms of pediatric epilepsy include: (1) Emotional manifestations such as anxiety, unease, depression, and fear, with fear being the most common. Hallucinations, illusions, seeing or feeling things that do not exist in reality, etc., are among the early symptoms of pediatric epilepsy. (2) Taste manifestations such as an unpleasant taste in the mouth, including bitter, sour, salty, sweet, and greasy flavors; olfactory manifestations such as smelling unpleasant odors like fishy or burnt smells. These are suggestions for the question ‘What are the specific symptoms of childhood epilepsy?’ I hope this helps you. Wishing you good health!