epilepsy

[vig]

My son is 1 yr old last weak in the midnight he waked with a loud voice and started moving his all limbs of the body.
I am willing to know that what are the treatment and precaution i can take for the same, to ensure it will not be happened again.

[vig]

Respected there,,
I am Indian, My nephew has a problem of cough and cold, through out the year..
I am very thankful to you if you suggest me some medicine to cure him...
he is 3 yrs old...
Thanks

[vig]

Respected there,,
I am Indian, My nephew has a problem of cough and cold, through out the year..
I am very thankful to you if you suggest me some medicine to cure him...
he is 3 yrs old...
Thanks

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

A seizure occurs when there is a sudden change in behavior due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. There are a wide variety of possible causes which include developmental problems, genetic conditions present at birth, or injuries near the time of birth. Brain injury due to trauma as well as metabolic abnormalities can happen at any age and can result from: complications of diabetes, kidney failure and uremia, liver failure, nutritional deficiencies, or use of cocaine, amphetamines, alcohol, or certain other recreational drugs. Other differential that should be ruled out are: infection and  tumor. Other kinds of epilepsy are also genetic in nature.

[vig]

Thanks for your concern, As all the tests had been done and all are clear except eeg, I want to clear my doubts regarding the same and I also interrested in knowing that why epilipsy happened to any one?

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

How is your son? The following tests may be performed for the diagnosis of epilepsy: blood tests,  CT scan of the head or MRI of the head,  EEG or lumbar puncture. Depending on the type, there are medications that may be taken. You should observe and record any seizures to ensure the person gets proper treatment with medications prescribed by your doctor. Your initial efforts should be directed first at protecting the child from additionally injuring himself or herself. Help your child to lie down and remove glasses or other harmful objects in the area.  Do not try to put anything in the child's mouth and check  breathing is alright.  After the seizure ends, place the child on one side and stay with the child until he or she is fully awake.  Do not try to give food, liquid, or medications by mouth to a child who has just had a seizure.

If the diagnosis is indeed a seizure, discuss the best treatment option for him. Regular intake of medication will help prevent recurrences. Take care and do keep us posted.