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How Must Seizures Be Treated?
my son has been diagnosed with petit mal. he is 20 months and started epilim 1 month ago. he has been great since starting it. he does however get in a temper and throw his head back. he did this last nite and hit his head on the door frame. there was no blood r marks but he has had 2 siezures today. should i b worried?
Thu, 8 Feb 2018
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My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!
I am glad that Epilim seems to be effective in controlling his seizures. The throw back of his head is not a common adverse effect of this drug. From the other hand it help improve the bed temper.
Coming to this point, I would recommend consulting with his pediatrician and discussing about these issues. Some blood lab tests are needed (complete blood count, liver function tests, blood electrolytes, etc.).
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Best regards!
My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!
I am glad that Epilim seems to be effective in controlling his seizures. The throw back of his head is not a common adverse effect of this drug. From the other hand it help improve the bed temper.
Coming to this point, I would recommend consulting with his pediatrician and discussing about these issues. Some blood lab tests are needed (complete blood count, liver function tests, blood electrolytes, etc.).
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Best regards!
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