Question
A 6-year-old girl is experiencing symptoms such as fainting, dizziness, and weakness in all limbs. She has had similar symptoms before, and her electroencephalogram shows moderate abnormalities. The parents suspect she may have epilepsy, but a doctor had previously diagnosed her with cervical spondylosis and treated her with massage, acupuncture, and wearing a cervical collar. The parents hope to receive a definitive diagnosis.
Answer
Epilepsy is a chronic brain disorder characterized by recurrent attack episodes of central nervous system dysfunction, usually caused by abnormal discharge of brain neurons. Possible causes include congenital diseases, prenatal and perinatal abnormalities, post-seizure sequelae after high fever, head injury, brain infection, brain tumor, vascular diseases, poisoning, and metabolic diseases. The girl’s symptoms and electroencephalogram abnormalities suggest a possible association with epilepsy. It is recommended to conduct further detailed examinations, including detailed medical history inquiries, neurological examinations, imaging examinations (such as MRI), and long-term electroencephalogram monitoring to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment may include medication, lifestyle adjustments, and surgical treatment in special cases.