fitting due to raised body temperature of child
6 months to 6 years
fever
generalised convulsions
last less than 15 minutes
normal neurological development
positive family history for febrile convulsions
close observation means lumbar puncture should not be necessary
bloods, urine, etc. to isolate source of fever
reduce temperature
paracetamol
ibuprofen
tepid sponging
treat underlying infection
good
2/3 may only have one in their lifetime
risk of epilepsy 2-5% - more likely if
attack >15 mins
repeated
focal
occurred in first year of life
followed by hemiparesis
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