Question
A child suddenly falls while playing and then exhibits symptoms such as foaming at the mouth and convulsions all over the body, which lasts for about 3 minutes before regaining consciousness. Are these symptoms indicative of epileptic seizures? What other symptoms might accompany epilepsy?
Answer
Epileptic seizures typically involve loss of consciousness and generalized convulsions, characterized by continuous muscle contractions, extension of the limbs, upward rolling of the eyes, cessation of breathing, throat spasms, and clenched teeth. Post-seizure symptoms may include headache, drowsiness, and fatigue. The aforementioned symptoms are just one form of epileptic seizures, which are often treated with a combination of traditional Chinese medicine therapies.