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Understanding Febrile Convulsions in Young Children: What Parents Need to Know

Convulsions” From high fever to an urgent medical condition. which can be found year-round Because young children have a chance of having a high fever for many different reasons, including the common cold. Tonsillitis, rash, or diarrhea when fever is 38.5 degrees Celsius or higher. In young children from 6 months to 5-6 years, especially in the first 1-2 years of age, there is a risk of febrile convulsions. This is most common during the first 1-2 days of fever.

Dr. Sakarn Bunnag, Deputy Director General of the Department of Medical Services Said guidelines for parents or guardians who have young children in this age group Then he had a seizure due to high fever. Parents and guardians must try to be aware. In the case of a small child who is able to maintain a position during a seizure, sleep on your side, turn your head to one side and avoid pillows.

This position will help prevent suffocation. and do not use any equipment or materials including parental fingers put in the patient’s mouth. Avoid giving medications or water orally during a seizure. Avoid pressing the patient’s limbs during a seizure. and take the patient to hospital or call 1669

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