Seizure & Epilepsy Care
Diagnosis and ongoing management of seizures and epilepsy in children.
Understanding Seizure & Epilepsy Care
A seizure is a sudden change in behaviour, movement, or awareness caused by unusual electrical activity in the brain. Not every seizure means epilepsy, and careful evaluation helps determine the cause and the right course of management for your child.
Conditions We Treat
Febrile Seizures
Seizures triggered by a rapid rise in temperature during a fever, common in young children.
- Seizure occurred during a fever
- First seizure in a child under 5
- Seizure lasting longer than a few minutes
Focal (Partial) Seizures
Seizures that begin in one area of the brain and may affect movement, sensation, or awareness on one side.
- Repeated episodes of unusual movement or staring
- Brief lapses in awareness
- Jerking limited to one part of the body
Generalised Seizures
Seizures involving widespread electrical activity across the brain, often with convulsions and loss of consciousness.
- Whole-body convulsions
- Loss of consciousness during an episode
- A seizure witnessed for the first time
Absence Seizures
Brief episodes of blank staring or lapses in awareness, sometimes mistaken for daydreaming.
- Frequent short episodes of staring
- Child appears to "zone out" repeatedly
- Teacher or family noticing lapses in attention
Epilepsy in Infancy
Recurrent seizures beginning in the first year of life, needing prompt evaluation to guide treatment.
- Repeated seizures in an infant
- Unusual jerking or stiffening episodes
- Delayed development alongside seizures
Recurrent Seizures on Medication
Ongoing or breakthrough seizures in a child already on anti-seizure medication.
- Seizures continuing despite treatment
- Side effects from current medication
- Family seeking a treatment review
Recovery & Rehabilitation
From first evaluation to long-term control, seizure and epilepsy care follows a structured path.
Assessment
Seizure Evaluation
A detailed history, examination, and relevant tests help identify the type and possible cause of the seizures.
Treatment
Personalised Management Plan
Treatment, often including medication, is planned around the seizure type and your child's individual needs.
Recovery
Response Monitoring
Follow-up visits track how well seizures are controlled and adjust treatment as needed.
Follow-up
Long-Term Review
Ongoing review supports your child's development and quality of life alongside seizure management.
Seizure & Epilepsy Care questions
Get answers about seizure evaluation, epilepsy management, and long-term care.
Not necessarily. Epilepsy is generally diagnosed after recurrent, unprovoked seizures; a single episode needs evaluation but is not always epilepsy.
You may benefit from a seizure and epilepsy care consultation if:
- Your child has had a seizure
- You have questions about a fever-related seizure
- Your child has recurrent episodes of staring or unusual movement
- Your child is on seizure medication and needs review
- You want guidance on seizure safety and management
Accurate diagnosis guides effective management
Understanding the type and cause of seizures allows treatment to be tailored to your child, supporting better control and long-term development.
Need help deciding? Our Care Guide can help you understand seizure care and what to expect from treatment.
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