Hi there, my name is Susie. I'm new to this site...first time ever. The reason why this site interests me is because I have a son, now 8 years old has had febrile Seizures since he was 1 year old. He had a CT Scan....came back normal, had a EEG...came back normal.....so no concern there at all. His last seizure was at 6 years old until this weekend that just passed. I thought this was out grown, as we have a family history of Febrile seizure including myself. The weird thing about this time around was that he had a slight fever 37.8 and the night before had a massive headache plus really bad stomach ache all through the night. I don't know if I should be concerned about this one time off? Does anyone have a similar story about themselves or a child?

Susie

Welcome to Neuro Talk. Any time a child has some seizure with a fever, it is best to go to the doctor for evaluation. Even if you know this is family history, your mind will be put to rest, knowing your child was looked at. My daughter had neo natal seizures, and went into the doc. or emergency whenever she had one. Be safe and relieve your worry by going in. I wish you and your child all the best. ginnie

Thank you Ginnie, we always follow up....and yes it eases our minds too Just thought it was over with at age 6....Thank you for the advise Susie

Hi Susie!

Greetings and welcome to NeuroTalk! I think you will find many members here supportive and friendly. When I was new to the site, I was hesitant to post. But the more I read the posts of other members (some visitors too) it became easier to share my experiences. Working with my neurologists is key, NeuroTalk is a great comfort to me. Although I am not familiar with febrile seizures, I do have experience with epilepsy from an early age.

I have seizures secondary to a TBI from an auto accident in childhood, I was 9-years old. My seizures came without warning and yes, fevers were present as well as nausea. Back then I took dilantin, which helped, but a huge part was recognizing the triggers for me - bright sunshine, classroom lighting, buzz from overhead florescents, being too hungry, and whenever I did not get enough sleep.... well the next day was rough. Reading was most troublesome, letters danced on the pages. In teenage years these symptoms subsided. In adulthood I still am very aware of my auras and triggers, act appropriately. It still now is difficult to capture a seizure on an EEG.

Like Ginnie posted, going to the doctor or hospital or epilepsy center is important when necessary. I am comforted knowing neuro has evaluated my status.

Hope this post helps a bit, and I send prayers and support your way. Best wishes to you and your son. See you around NeuroTalk.

Lamia

Susie,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

I too have epilepsy, since I was about 10. You might want to ask your family Dr. to refer you to see a Epileptologist (Dr. specializing in epilepsy.) You can usually find an Epileptologist at a big hospital or a University hospital. These Drs. know how to treat both epilepsy and other neurology disorders. These Drs. will do tests on a person and find the cause of the epilepsy, keep them on the least amount of sz. medicine, they are updated on any new treatments for epilepsy.

Try taking vitamin B12 once a day, cut back on caffeine, starch foods, and carbs and you may want to stay away from anything with nutra sweet in it because the nutra sweet causes more electrical activity in the brain and can sometimes cause sz. for a person. Start keeping track of your sz. and write down what time they happen and describe them. Then have him avoid watching shows that send out bright flashing lights, like at a theater, just have him turn his head. You might keep a close I on him during the fireworks show.

Click on the following forum there are a great of friends there to assist you.

Epilepsy:
http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum11.html

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Hello all!
My name is Fanny. I stumbled upon this site when I googled in "Root Canal Infection". I am very thankful that I ended up here & find myself learning so much from lots of members (esp. Bryanna) in the Dentistry subforum. I have some problematic teeth, which are already condemned either to be Root-Canalled or extracted. I thought I have been somewhat diligent in maintaining my teeth with daily flossing & brushing & occasional oil pulling, apparently they are not enough

Other than my dental problem, I am also a mother of a 6yo girl born with Trisomy 22. My daughter was born with cardiac defects, respiratory problem, hearing loss, and severe developmental delay. Her condition has me occupied for almost 24-7-365, thus make me somehow kept delaying to see a dentist for regular check ups.

I haven't visited subforums other than the Dentistry, but I certainly will and am looking forward to share my experiences with others.

Fanny,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.