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Febrile Seizure - Its Treatments!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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What is Febrile Seizure?

A febrile seizure is a convulsion in young children. It is triggered by a fever. Fortunately, febrile seizures aren’t as dangerous as they may look. They’re usually harmless and typically don’t indicate a long-term or ongoing problem.

Symptoms of Febrile Seizure-

  • Have a fever higher than 100.4 F (38.0 C)
  • A child often loses consciousness
  • Shake or jerk the arms and legs on both sides of the body
  • Your child may also vomit and foam at the mouth
  • Roll his or her eyes back in the head

Causes of Febrile Seizure-

  • Viral or bacterial infection
  • Post-immunization seizures

Risk factors of Febrile Seizure-

  • Children who are between 6 months and 5 years of age
  • Family history

 Diagnosis of Febrile Seizure-

Diagnosis of febrile seizure involves the following tests:

  • A physical exam
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • A lumbar puncture
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Precautions & Prevention of Febrile Seizure-

Monitor your child’s temperature. At the first indication of fever, give proper medication to prevent a seizure.

Treatment of Febrile Seizure

  • Homeopathic Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Psychotherapy Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Surgical Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Febrile Seizure
  • Other Treatment of Febrile Seizure

Treatment of Febrile Seizure-

Homeopathic Treatment of Febrile Seizure-

Homeopathy relieves fever and seizures. Homeopathy can prove life saving. It treats the person as a whole. Treatment is constitutional. It means that homeopathic treatment focuses on the patient as a person, as well as his pathological condition. It balances the energy system, improves immunity and body functions. It naturally cures the root cause of disorder. Some of the homeopathic medicines for febrile seizure are:

  • Belladona
  • Ferr P
  • Cicuta
  • Nux V
  • Stram

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Febrile Seizure-

Medicines such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen can only lower fevers in children to prevent seizures.

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!