Question
A child had an EEG done during a cold and found to have slight EEG abnormalities, but has never actually had an epileptic seizure. Should this indicate that the child has epilepsy?
Answer
It is normal for children to have EEG abnormalities after a cold or during their growth phase, and this does not necessarily mean they have epilepsy. Diagnosing epilepsy requires a combination of clinical symptoms and EEG abnormalities, and cannot be based solely on the EEG results. It is recommended that parents remain calm, do not over-worry, and do not subject the child to unnecessary treatment.