Question

Since the child had a fever-induced seizure with a temperature of 38.4 degrees, it’s been half a month now. During her afternoon nap, she often breathes slowly and sometimes stops for a moment, her eyes are closed but sometimes the pupils move around, her hands and feet tremble frequently, sometimes with large and sometimes with small amplitude. Doctor, what’s going on? Every time I notice her breathing is rapid and she’s holding her breath, I gently call her, afraid she might have a seizure. It’s so tiring! She plays well during the day and doesn’t show any symptoms. Even if it’s a benign epileptic seizure, how can it be self-healing?

Answer

Based on your description, it is possible that the child may have a type of epilepsy that affects deep sleep. The causes of epilepsy are numerous, including genetic factors, trauma, brain injury, brain tumors, and cerebrovascular diseases, among others. The treatment methods vary depending on the cause. It is recommended that you take your child to a regular hospital as soon as possible for a detailed brain CT scan and EEG. Follow the doctor’s instructions to take symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication on time. Pay attention to letting your child rest more often, maintaining emotional stability, avoiding overtime work and overexertion, ensuring adequate deep sleep, and eating properly.