What causes childhood epilepsy?
Disease description:
My cousin was playing with me when he suddenly started convulsing and foaming at the mouth; it looked very much like epilepsy. I would like to ask, what are the causes of epilepsy in children?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Huang Shichang
Pediatric epilepsy is caused by multiple factors, mainly including:
1. Genetic factors: Some types of epilepsy show familial clustering, which may involve single-gene mutations, chromosomal abnormalities, or complex genetic factors.
2. Brain diseases: Such as abnormal brain development, hydrocephalus, encephalitis, meningitis, and cerebrovascular diseases. These conditions may lead to abnormal electrical activity in the brain neurons, thus triggering epilepsy.
3. External factors: Such as head trauma, febrile seizures, and strong light stimulation. These factors may also induce epileptic seizures.
The causes of pediatric epilepsy are complex and varied, and different children may have different etiologies. Therefore, comprehensive examinations and evaluations should be conducted before treatment to determine the specific cause and formulate a targeted treatment plan.
