Question
Is it possible for newborns to develop epilepsy? What are the symptoms?
Answer
Newborns can indeed develop epilepsy. Symptoms usually include whole-body muscle tension, head tilting, and sometimes accompanied by breathing pauses or eyes rolling upwards. These seizures typically last a few seconds to a few minutes before the child returns to normal. The causes of epilepsy seizures can be many, including brain injury, genetic factors, or other medical conditions. If there is a suspicion of an epilepsy seizure in a child, it is important to consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.