Question
When a child’s body temperature reaches 39 degrees Celsius and they experience convulsions during a fever, they should be immediately taken to the hospital.
Answer
Condition Analysis: Based on the description, it is suspected to be a transient loss of consciousness, possibly caused by an epilepsy seizure. Guidance: This situation is often related to secondary epilepsy caused by high fever. Epilepsy is due to abnormal discharge of neurons in the brain and requires an EEG or brain mapping. It is important that these tests are conducted when the child experiences loss of consciousness to detect epilepsy waves. Epilepsy waves are typically not detectable during non-seizure periods. It is recommended to visit the neurology department of a local regular three-level A hospital for consultation. If epilepsy is diagnosed, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be started promptly for treatment.