About Febrile Convulsion
Key Highlights
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Expert evaluation by a specialist in childhood neurological disorders.Accurate diagnosis to rule out serious conditions like meningitis or epilepsy.Provides clear guidance on fever management and seizure first aid for parents.Helps alleviate parental anxiety with professional reassurance and education.Focuses on preventive strategies to reduce the risk of recurrent febrile seizures.
Who is this surgery for?
- A child experiences a first-time seizure associated with a fever.
- A febrile seizure is prolonged (lasting more than 5 minutes).
- The seizure is focal (affects only one part of the body).
- Multiple seizures occur within a 24-hour period during the same illness.
- The child has an abnormal neurological examination after the seizure.
- There is a family history of epilepsy or other neurological disorders.
- The child is under 6 months or over 5 years of age when the seizure occurs.
How to prepare
- Note down the exact details of the seizure: duration, body movements, and child's state before/after.
- Record the child's temperature at the time of the seizure and any illness symptoms.
- Bring the child's complete medical history and vaccination records.
- List any medications the child is currently taking.
- Prepare questions about fever management and what to do if another seizure occurs.
- For planned tests like an EEG, follow specific instructions regarding sleep or medication.
Risks & possible complications
- The primary 'risk' is the underlying infection causing the fever, not the seizure itself.
- A small percentage of children may experience recurrent febrile seizures.
- Very rarely, a prolonged febrile seizure (status epilepticus) can occur, requiring emergency care.
- There is a slightly increased, but still very low, risk of developing epilepsy later in life.
- Diagnostic tests like blood draws may cause minor discomfort or bruising.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most children recover fully within an hour after the seizure, appearing tired (postictal state).
- The focus is on treating the underlying fever with appropriate antipyretics (e.g., paracetamol).
- Ensure the child gets plenty of rest and fluids to recover from the illness.
- Parents are educated on safe positioning during a seizure and when to seek emergency help.
- Follow-up appointments may be scheduled to monitor development and provide ongoing reassurance.
- No long-term activity restrictions are typically needed after a simple febrile seizure.
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Typical hospital stay: Usually 0 days (outpatient). Hospitalization may be required if the seizure is prolonged, the child is very young, or a serious infection is suspected.
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Expected recovery time: Immediate to 1-2 days (from the post-seizure drowsiness). Full recovery from the underlying illness may take several days.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering febrile convulsion in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric neurology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for febrile convulsion compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 16 – USD 87 | Usually 0 days (outpatient). Hospitalization may be required if the seizure is prolonged, the child is very young, or a serious infection is suspected. | ~ Immediate to 1-2 days (from the post-seizure drowsiness). Full recovery from the underlying illness may take several days. | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 121 – USD 644 | Usually 0 days (outpatient). Hospitalization may be required if the seizure is prolonged, the child is very young, or a serious infection is suspected. | ~ Immediate to 1-2 days (from the post-seizure drowsiness). Full recovery from the underlying illness may take several days. | Know More |
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