During the process of growing up, children always encounter various problems, among which colds and fevers are the most common ones. If it is just a common cold and fever, they can usually recover their health after a few days. However, if it is severe, children may experience convulsions. So, what is the cause of fainting and convulsions in children?
Children's syncope and convulsion, also known as hyperthermic convulsion, are mainly caused by children's respiratory tract infection or other infectious diseases, and the convulsion phenomenon occurs when the body temperature is higher than 39 ℃. It is necessary to timely rule out whether the syncope and convulsion caused by intracranial infection, other organic or metabolic diseases.
Due to the underdeveloped nervous system, the inhibitory function of the brain is relatively weak in children with syncope and convulsions. Any stimulation can cause neural generalization. If there is shaking or startle response, further observation can be chosen. In addition, Tourette syndrome should be screened.
The prognosis of this disease can be determined by electroencephalogram (EEG). If abnormal discharge is still displayed on the EEG about one month after the onset, it indicates a high risk of recurrence. Parents should pay special attention to preventing their children from developing high fever. Once the body temperature exceeds 38 ℃, sufficient antipyretic medication should be taken in a timely manner.
If children experience repeated episodes of fainting and convulsions, or if they have low-grade fever or no heat convulsions, it is quite dangerous and it cannot be ruled out that they may develop into epilepsy. Therefore, timely examination and treatment are necessary when fainting and convulsions occur.
