Types of seizures include focal (starting from one side of the brain) and generalized (involving both sides), with variations like absence, myoclonic, tonic-clonic, and others.
Combined types involve both focal and generalized seizures. It's crucial to consult a doctor if a child experiences frequent seizures, medication side effects, or mental health issues like depression or anxiety. Symptoms include loss of awareness, confusion, sensory changes, gastrointestinal problems, and rapid heart rate.
Epilepsy in children is diagnosed through various tests like physical and neurological exams, blood tests, imaging, and EEG. Causes include head injury, birth complications, infections, and genetic factors. Epilepsy can impact mental and physical health, leading to injuries, fear, sleep issues, depression, and anxiety. Education on seizure management is crucial for caregivers.
Lifestyle adjustments, sleep, and stress management can reduce risks. Not all seizures indicate epilepsy; they can also be triggered by fever, sugar imbalances, liver or kidney issues, low sodium, and lack of sleep. While not all epilepsies can be prevented, head injury prevention can mitigate risks.
Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects the brain, leading to recurrent seizures. In many cases, children with epilepsy may also experience mental health problems and behavioural changes. These can stem from internal factors, such as brain function issues, and external factors, including societal reactions to epilepsy. Symptoms of mental health issues in children with epilepsy can vary but commonly include depression, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, aggression, and autism.
Dr. Praveena specializes in comprehensive care for children with epilepsy, addressing both their neurological and mental health needs. With a multidisciplinary approach involving psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers, Dr. Praveena aims for:
1. Drastic Transformation within One Year: Through personalized treatment plans tailored to each child's needs, significant improvements can be achieved within a year, by 21 days of 7 sittings.
2. Improved IQ and Social Behavior: By addressing epilepsy-related mental health issues early, Dr. Praveena's treatment strategies aim to enhance cognitive function and social skills in children through brain-tuning methods.