Question
My child had a fever with convulsions a few days ago. I want to ask if high fever seizures can develop into epilepsy?
Answer
The treatment principles include controlling the seizure, lowering body temperature, treating the underlying cause, and preventing recurrence of seizures. The medication principles involve using sedatives by intravenous injection as the first choice, along with other drugs to ensure efficacy. In addition, measures to reduce intracranial pressure, such as using mannitol and furosemide, may be necessary for persistent status epilepticus. Appropriate treatment should also be provided for seizures with different underlying causes.