Children Will Need to See a Neurologist for Petit Mal Seizures
Previously published in Examiner
Part 3 of the petit mal seizures in children
Montrealers are fortunate to have one of the greatest centers in the world founded by Dr. Wilder Penfield and his epilepsy research. The Montreal Neurological Institute is a world renown research center and hospital specializing in the diseases of the brain. Montrealers are fortunate to be able to have such state of the art care for strokes.
Montreal parents is your child just inattentive or could It be an absence or petit mal seizure? - continued
Complications of an absence seizure/petit mal seizure
Montrealers will want to know what kind of doctor to see?
Because this condition is a brain disorder, your doctor will probably refer your child to a neurologist.
You will need to note all the symptoms you see or were told about by the child's teacher, caretakers, mentors, coaches and so on.
The doctor will also need to know what medication your child is taking if any. Write them down including the dosages or bring them in to the doctor to see for him or herself.
Since the doctor's time is limited, have a list of prepared questions so that you don't forget anything you want to ask.
Some questions could include:
What are the symptoms, why does this happen, what tests are needed, what is the treatment, is there an alternative treatment, are there side affects from the medications, and how long will the condition last?
Other questions that are frequently asked are, will my child be restricted from certain activities, will the petit mal seizure turn into a grand mal, and where can I get more information on petit mal seizures?
Don't be hesitant to ask your doctor any question, if you do not understand the explanation you are being given.
Your doctor will also ask questions of you. He or she will want to know when the symptoms started and how long they last. The doctor will want to know what the child is doing when the symptoms occur.
It is very important that you are able to explain the symptoms in detail so you might have to consult with other people who observe your child during the day such as a babysitter, teacher, or hockey coach.
The doctor will also want to know if the child is aware of the seizure occurring.
Source:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/petit-mal-seizure/DS00216/DSECTION=causes
Published by Carol Roach
Carol Roach holds a masters in counselling psychology. She worked as a therapist at the Douglas Hospital in Montreal before becoming a professional writer.Carol is the author of the book Picking Up The Piece... View profile
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