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What causes a febrile seizure?
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The rise of fever: Febrile seizures are common in children, about 5% of the population. They are generally a combination of how fast the fever rises and a genetic predisposition. Very few children with febrile seizures go on to have epilepsy, but that is still being studied.
Answered 3/22/2015
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New research: New research is looking into the biological basis for febrile seizures. They occur in children from 4 months to about 6 years in 3 patterns. 1 -seizure and then parents become aware the child is ill 2. During a rapid rise in body temperature and 3. After the fever has been established for hours or a day. the seizures are generalized and usually brief. If brief, they do not cause damage.
Answered 4/21/2015
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