If you are new to seizures and epilepsy, you probably have a lot of questions. Here are some answers, hints, and tips on epilepsy and your child. You can also find information on surgery and medication for your child. In Your Child Seizures can be difficult to diagnose.
Seizures can look like temper tantrums, staring, or arrhythmia.
Many signs other than convulsions may mean your child or teen is having a seizure. After the seizure is over, the child or teen returns to a stable state. Because a seizure can be difficult to diagnose, you ll find that the doctor will ask you to describe exactly what happened. Use your own words to give as many details as possible. There are many reasons a child may have a seizure, and not all of them are linked to a seizure disorder.