Question

My child has involuntary leg twitching during naps and occasional whole-body tremors. What are the possible causes that might lead to an epileptic seizure?

Answer

Epileptic seizures can be triggered by various factors, including:

  1. Excessive physical labor or intense sports activities.
  2. Emotional stress, sadness, depression, or excessive excitement.
  3. Sleep deprivation.
  4. Drinking large amounts of water, extreme hunger, or overeating.
  5. Drinking alcohol, strong tea, coffee, or even eating chocolate.
  6. Colds or fevers. All these factors may trigger an epileptic seizure. Therefore, it is important for patients with epilepsy and their families to be aware of these factors to prevent seizures.