Podcast: Seizures and Epilepsy in Children

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Asim Mohammad Shahid discusses seizures and epilepsy that can impact children. He goes over febrile seizures, their causes, and addresses the misconceptions surrounding its occurrence related to vaccinations. He provides an overview of the common types of seizures that parents may see their child experience and how to best manage the frightening experience. He also emphasizes the importance of timely medical intervention when epilepsy occurs.

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