Convulsive syndrome in children, however, as well as in adults - is a very disturbing sign. We suggest you to consider this article, in which we will consider in detail the causes of the appearance of seizures, as well as tell you how to behave and how to help the child with whom such a disaster happened.
Seizures are uncontrolled contractions of the muscles that occur when the brain sends out "outgoing" impulses. That is, it can be said that the nerve cells seem to have "gone mad" and "command" all muscle groups, which shrink a certain amount of time (usually it lasts up to 2 minutes).
Convulsive Syndrome - Causes
The convulsive syndrome is primary (epileptic) and secondary (non-epileptic). The causes of epilepsy are not known to science, although there are some hypotheses. But the causes of secondary epilepsy are much more understandable. They may be the result of birth trauma, underdevelopment of the central nervous system, lack of oxygen in the newborn, high temperature, or in this way draw attention to the problem of the growth of the brain tumor.
It is also important to note that most often epilepsy develops in children under 10 years old.
Convulsive syndrome - emergency aid
Unfortunately, no one is immune from diseases. And if your child has had such a trouble as a convulsive syndrome - first put it on a flat surface, preferably soft, to avoid injuries and turn your head to the side (so that during the attack the tongue does not block access to oxygen). Of course, the following advice will be difficult to observe, but try to save the feeling. You definitely can not help panicking. Urgently call an ambulance, and on the phone answer all questions of the doctor. Unfortunately, except for the expectation of medical care, you have nothing more to do. On average, convulsions last up to 2 minutes, followed by relaxation of all muscles (including the sphincter of the bladder). The child does not immediately recover, the brain needs a "rest" after such a great activity.
Convulsive syndrome in children - treatment
Treatment of convulsive syndrome depends on its origin.
If seizures are epileptic, treatment will be in accordance with the type of seizure. With minor crises (absences), phenytoin is usually prescribed, and in general - treatment is selected depending on the sensitivity of the child to a particular drug. Before prescribing treatment, the epileptologist must inform you about the duration of the treatment, the possible side effects, and also tell about the benefits of treatment. Also, you will need to create a special calendar, in which you will mark the "schedule" of seizures (if such will be observed). It will help the doctor evaluate the effectiveness of the drug in your particular case. Treatment begins with a small dose, and if the child tolerates the drug well, gradually it rises to the maximum effective.
It is necessary to limit the time of the child's stay in front of the TV and computer.
Treatment of non-epileptic seizures depends on the cause of their occurrence. If seizures have occurred in a child against the background of high fever, you act according to the plan described above (turn the child on its side, wait for the end of the crisis). After the end of the seizure, give the baby the usual dose of antipyretic drug (ibuprofen or paracetamol). Urgently call a doctor.
If a teenager first had a convulsive syndrome, see a doctor immediately. Unfortunately, this may be a sign that the tumor "grows" in the brain. In this case, the neurosurgeon, or oncologist, should decide the treatment tactics.