why baby suffer febrile seizure? it will be continuing life long sir?

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I understand your concern about your baby’s febrile seizures. Let me explain a bit to help you feel more reassured.

What Are Febrile Seizures?

Febrile seizures are convulsions triggered by a rapid rise in body temperature, usually due to an infection like a fever. They are most common between 6 months and 5 years of age.

Why Do They Happen? Some children are genetically more prone to febrile seizures. The exact cause is not fully understood but it is related to how a child’s brain reacts to fever. Will They Continue Lifelong? Most children outgrow febrile seizures by age 5 or 6. They do not mean your child has epilepsy or any long-term brain problem. Only a small percentage (about 2-5%) of children who have febrile seizures later develop epilepsy. What to Do When a Febrile Seizure Happens? Stay calm and place your child on their side to prevent choking. Do not put anything in their mouth. Make sure the area is safe to prevent injury. Note the duration of the seizure and call your doctor if it lasts longer than 5 minutes. Reduce fever using recommended medications like paracetamol or ibuprofen (always follow your pediatrician’s advice). When to Consult Your Doctor? If the seizure lasts more than 5 minutes If seizures happen without fever If your child has more than one seizure in 24 hours If your child seems very unwell or has other symptoms Summary

Febrile seizures, though scary, are generally not harmful and don’t cause brain damage. They usually stop as the child grows. Your pediatrician can guide you on managing fevers and what to watch for.

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