Question
“How long should a child continue taking medication after the spasms have stopped?”
Answer
“Hello: Western medicine believes that infantile spasms are mostly caused by a lack of calcium. A calcium deficiency in children can lead to slow growth, insufficient height, susceptibility to rickets, weakened constitution, and low immunity. Infants and young children may also be affected by growth due to calcium deficiency. Calcium also affects the function of the nervous and muscular connections; when calcium levels are too low, it can cause convulsions. Additionally, nitrazepam, prednisone, and topiramate are only symptomatic treatments. Prednisone may also cause a calcium deficiency, creating a vicious circle (vicious cycle). Suggestion: While on medication, supplement with calcium. 1. Diet should consist mainly of light, high-calcium, high-vitamin, high-fiber, and high-protein foods. Eat more vegetables and fruits, and drink plenty of water. 2. Massage and acupressure.”