Question

What are the main symptoms of pediatric epilepsy seizures?

Answer

The main symptoms of pediatric epilepsy seizures include the following:

  1. Loss of consciousness with dystonic seizures, manifested as a sudden loss of muscle tone and falling to the ground.
  2. Falling seizures, with mild episodes sometimes only showing a head nod.
  3. Loss of consciousness with increased postural tone, accompanied by transient stiffness in the limbs.
  4. Loss of consciousness with automatism, such as pouting, chewing, and swallowing without purpose.
  5. Loss of consciousness with autonomic symptoms, possibly accompanied by sweating, drooling, or urinary incontinence.