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My daughter is 9 and gets absence seizures during the day 5-10 times..she just looks upward mostly for 15-20 sec then she's back to normal, pls advis?
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PediatricNeurologist: I hope you are able to bring her to a Pediatric Neurologist for evaluation and treatment. Is she taking medicines now? Is there a family history of seizures? When was her last EEG? How is she doing in school? You might consider a Prime Consult with a Pediatric neurologist here to review her EEG and help with referrals. Best of luck!
Answered 10/23/2017
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Needs ped Neurologis: There are several medications that are effective for petit mal seizures. If left untreated, they may interfere with her schooling, socialization and safety (crossing streets). You should consult a pediatric neurologist to get her proper medication.
Answered 7/2/2015
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