What should I do if a child has a seizure due to fever?
Disease description:
My child woke up with a low-grade fever this morning, and by noon, the fever had become so severe that they started experiencing convulsions. There are no proper hospitals in the town. I would like to ask what should be done in this situation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
When a child experiences fever-induced convulsions, treatment can be administered in general ways or by promptly reducing body temperature. Additionally, the child should be sent to the hospital promptly for medical care to prevent potentially serious impacts on their condition.
1. General treatment: After a child develops fever-induced convulsions, the child should be laid flat on a bed or on the ground in a lateral position to help drain oral secretions and avoid aspiration or suffocation. Secretions around the mouth should also be wiped away promptly.
2. Prompt cooling: Remove the child's clothing, especially around the neck area, to prevent suffocation and airway obstruction while also facilitating heat dissipation. Cooling may also be assisted by wiping areas such as the armpits or groin, and 75% alcohol may be used for this purpose.
3. Hospital transfer: Even if symptoms have improved, the child should be sent to the hospital promptly for timely medical intervention to prevent unexpected complications that could significantly affect their health. It is important to monitor the child's condition closely during this time.
