Febrile Seizures

Febrile seizures (FSs) are the most common cause of pediatric seizures. They are defined as seizures in children age 6 months to 5 years with a temperature higher than 100.4°F, although they are more common at higher temperatures. A family history of FS is the most common risk factor. FSs are classi...

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Published in:Pediatric annals 2023-10, Vol.52 (10), p.e388-e393
Main Authors: Biltz, Samantha, Speltz, Laura
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anatomy
Antibiotics
Birth weight
Body Weight
Brain
Caregivers
Chicken pox
Climate
Convulsions & seizures
Diagnostic tests
Ear diseases
Emergency medical care
Etiology
Eye Movements
Family (Sociological Unit)
Family medical history
Fever
Gestational age
Head injuries
Health education
Immunization
Measurement Techniques
Medical Evaluation
Medical Services
Meningitis
Organic Chemistry
Pathogenesis
Patients
Pediatrics
Physical Examinations
Pneumonia
Seizures
Temperature
Twins
Vaccines
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Summary:Febrile seizures (FSs) are the most common cause of pediatric seizures. They are defined as seizures in children age 6 months to 5 years with a temperature higher than 100.4°F, although they are more common at higher temperatures. A family history of FS is the most common risk factor. FSs are classified into three types (simple, complex, or febrile status epilepticus) based on duration and quality, with simple FSs accounting for many cases. Most FSs persist for less than 10 minutes and are self-limiting. Approximately one-third of patients will have recurrence of FSs. Safe and effective prophylaxis for FS has yet to be identified. Most patients will not have any long-term sequelae, although there is an increased risk of epilepsy, particularly for those with febrile status epilepticus. FSs are associated with caregiver anxiety, “fever phobia,” and high health care use, emphasizing the importance of education and reassurance for both the provider and family. [ Pediatr Ann . 2023;52(10):e388–e393.]
ISSN:0090-4481
1938-2359
DOI:10.3928/19382359-20230829-03