Manage Seizures in Children
- posted: Oct. 24, 2024
A pediatric seizure happens when the brain signals abnormally or too much. It can cause an array of unpleasant symptoms in your child. For some, a seizure is a once-in-a-lifetime event. However, for others, it’s a much more frequent occurrence. Fortunately, Dr. John Millichap of Precision Epilepsy, based in Chicago, IL, and offering convenient telehealth appointments and consultations, can assist with managing seizures.
The Diagnostic Process
Neurological Exam
A neurological exam is the first part of assessing your child's cause of pediatric seizures. We may recommend a blood test to check your child’s blood sugar and electrolyte levels since high blood sugar or an electrolyte imbalance can trigger seizures. We’ll also take a complete blood cell (CBC) count to check for an infection.
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Though an EEG isn’t effective at diagnosing the cause, we can use it to identify patterns that could indicate if another seizure will happen.
Imaging
Imaging tests can help detect brain changes that could indicate a future seizure and identify tumors.
Managing Your Child’s Seizures
Medication is the go-to choice for managing seizures in children. We strive to find a solution that works for your child and causes the fewest side effects.
Sometimes, this may mean taking more than one medication.
It can also involve a bit of trial and error to find the right medication or combination of drugs along with the correct dosage.
Nerve stimulation may be used in some children and can be used along with medication.
For instance, vagus nerve stimulation involves a surgeon implanting a device under the skin. This stimulates the vagus nerve, which signals the brain to halt seizure activity.
Responsive neurostimulation, consisting of an implant device, delivers electrical stimulation to interrupt a seizure.
In the more serious cases, a child may need surgery.
Take the Informed Steps Today
At Precision Epilepsy, based in Chicago, IL, and offering telehealth appointments, Dr. Millichap can help your child if they’ve had a pediatric seizure. We may recommend one or more diagnostics before we provide your child with a treatment to manage their seizures.
You can book an appointment by calling (833) 530-3034. You can also visit our website to see which states are currently served.
- posted: Oct. 24, 2024
A pediatric seizure happens when the brain signals abnormally or too much. It can cause an array of unpleasant symptoms in your child. For some, a seizure is a once-in-a-lifetime event. However, for others, it’s a much more frequent occurrence. Fortunately, Dr. John Millichap of Precision Epilepsy, based in Chicago, IL, and offering convenient telehealth appointments and consultations, can assist with managing seizures.
The Diagnostic Process
Neurological Exam
A neurological exam is the first part of assessing your child's cause of pediatric seizures. We may recommend a blood test to check your child’s blood sugar and electrolyte levels since high blood sugar or an electrolyte imbalance can trigger seizures. We’ll also take a complete blood cell (CBC) count to check for an infection.
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Though an EEG isn’t effective at diagnosing the cause, we can use it to identify patterns that could indicate if another seizure will happen.
Imaging
Imaging tests can help detect brain changes that could indicate a future seizure and identify tumors.
Managing Your Child’s Seizures
Medication is the go-to choice for managing seizures in children. We strive to find a solution that works for your child and causes the fewest side effects.
Sometimes, this may mean taking more than one medication.
It can also involve a bit of trial and error to find the right medication or combination of drugs along with the correct dosage.
Nerve stimulation may be used in some children and can be used along with medication.
For instance, vagus nerve stimulation involves a surgeon implanting a device under the skin. This stimulates the vagus nerve, which signals the brain to halt seizure activity.
Responsive neurostimulation, consisting of an implant device, delivers electrical stimulation to interrupt a seizure.
In the more serious cases, a child may need surgery.
Take the Informed Steps Today
At Precision Epilepsy, based in Chicago, IL, and offering telehealth appointments, Dr. Millichap can help your child if they’ve had a pediatric seizure. We may recommend one or more diagnostics before we provide your child with a treatment to manage their seizures.
You can book an appointment by calling (833) 530-3034. You can also visit our website to see which states are currently served.
