During the confinement period, infants may experience seizures, which may be due to physiological or pathological factors. Occasional seizures, especially when the child is in a good mental state, may be a natural reaction during sleep or sensitivity to external stimuli, usually causing no excessive concern. However, frequent seizures should be taken seriously, as they may be caused by factors such as calcium deficiency, fever, epilepsy, or cerebral palsy.
Within the physiological realm, the brain and nervous system of newborns are not fully developed, and brief seizures may occur during sleep without other complications, generally not requiring special intervention. Additionally, external stimuli such as bright light, loud noise, or rapid temperature changes may also trigger seizures, adjusting the surrounding environment can help alleviate them.
As for pathological reasons, severe calcium deficiency can lead to hypocalcemia, causing muscle spasms that require calcium supplements as advised by a doctor. In cases of high fever, infants may experience convulsions due to abnormal central nervous system responses, accompanied by symptoms such as paleness, requiring physical or medication-induced temperature reduction. Epilepsy, as a hereditary brain disease, requires long-term medication management, such as the use of valproic acid tablets. Cerebral palsy involves non-progressive brain damage affecting motor abilities, with rehabilitation training and acupuncture being commonly used treatment methods.
In addition, infectious conditions such as purulent or tuberculous meningitis may also trigger seizures. When faced with such abnormalities in infants, parents should seek medical attention promptly, allow professional assessment, and formulate treatment plans to ensure timely and appropriate care.
