Question
What are the key characteristics of infant epilepsy symptoms? Lately, my baby has been acting unusually, laughing blankly, and having a hard time falling asleep at night. I’m worried he might have epilepsy. What should I do?
Answer
Typical symptoms of infant epilepsy include loss of consciousness, eyes tightly or semi-closed, eyes rolling upwards, clenched jaw, twitching at the corners of the mouth, the head tilting back, repeated flexion and extension of limbs, purple lips, stiff body, lasting for several seconds to several minutes. If you are concerned about your child’s condition, it is recommended to take your child to a regular hospital for an EEG and brain MRI scan. Based on the examination results, the doctor can diagnose whether it is epilepsy and provide appropriate treatment.