Question
A four-year-old girl had a seizure with fever five months ago and woke up with another seizure this morning. She is experiencing purple lips, foaming at the mouth, tightly closed eyes, clenched fists, and difficulty breathing. The electroencephalogram (EEG) at the county hospital indicated epilepsy.
Answer
Considering the symptoms of this girl, epilepsy might be the cause. In children, the causes of epilepsy can include idiopathic (related to genetic factors), congenital, perinatal factors (such as hypoxia, asphyxia, or head delivery injuries), central nervous system infections, and brain developmental abnormalities. It is recommended to administer appropriate anti-epileptic medication under a doctor’s guidance. With medication control, most patients can control their condition. In daily life, it is important to avoid allowing the child to become angry and to maintain a comfortable mood.