Question
How should one handle a child experiencing convulsive symptoms? The patient is one week old, with normal development, good spirits, good appetite, normal sleep and bowel movements, weighing 22 jin (about 11 kg), and standing 78 centimeters tall. Since the day before yesterday, the child has occasionally shown signs of convulsions, with the head tilting towards the left shoulder, lips twitching, and hands trembling slightly. There have been multiple episodes at times, but the child returns to normal after each attack . The child is lively and shows no signs of fever or cold. An episode occurred around 7:30 PM the day before yesterday, with no attack yesterday, and several more today at 8 PM.
Answer
Based on the description, the child may be suffering from epilepsy. Epilepsy is a brain disorder caused by abnormal discharge of neurons in the brain. It is recommended: Once the cause is confirmed, symptomatic treatment should be initiated. Firstly, place the patient in a safe location, loosen their clothing, and ensure a clear airway. If the patient shows signs of opening their mouth, it is advised to go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible to ensure the child’s health.