What is a febrile convulsion?
This typically occurs in children aged between six months and five years with normal development. When they have a seizure, their limbs will jerk, their face may go blue or pale, they may lose bladder or bowel control and their eyes may roll back. Most seizures stop within five minutes; however, in some cases, a fever is only discovered after the seizure has ended.
How to manage febrile seizures
Parents must remain calm and place the child in the recovery position. Absolutely do not put any spoons or towels into their mouth, as this can obstruct the airway. Aunts or caregivers should remove any sharp objects from the child's vicinity to prevent further injury. After a seizure, the child should be taken to see a doctor.
Febrile seizures can have what impact on young children?
Febrile seizures do not affect future development, but some children have a one-third chance of experiencing febrile seizures again in the future.
