Question
An 8-month-old child is experiencing seizures that last for a few seconds each time. The frequency of these seizures has increased to over ten times a day within the past ten days. The symptoms mainly appear between 16:00-18:00 in the afternoon, with occasional occurrences in the morning. Moreover, the child has a clenched jaw, which seems to reduce the occurrence of seizures. What could be the cause of these seizures? What kind of hospital should be chosen for an EEG examination? Is it necessary to go to a hospital in a major city?
Answer
Based on the described symptoms, epilepsy may be the cause. Epilepsy refers to a series of brief functional impairments caused by abnormal discharge of neurons in the brain. It is advised to maintain an optimistic attitude and persistently adhere to treatment for at least two years before considering discontinuing medication. Commonly used medications include carbamazepine, sodium valproate, and Epileptogen tablets, among others. Traditional Chinese medicine also has certain effects. For EEG examinations, hospitals equipped with relevant medical devices can be chosen, and it is not necessary to go to a hospital in a major city.