Epilepsy and Seizure Treatment for Children in Kochi

Epilepsy and seizure disorders are among the most common neurological conditions seen in children. Seizures may present as sudden jerking movements, staring episodes, loss of awareness, unusual behaviour or other temporary changes in neurological function. The Paediatric Neurology team at Apollo Adlux Hospital evaluates children with first-time seizures, recurrent seizures, suspected epilepsy and difficult-to-control epilepsy.

Epilepsy Diagnosis & Treatment

Diagnosis is based on a detailed history, neurological examination and appropriate investigations. Treatment may include anti-seizure medication, lifestyle guidance and regular follow-up.

Children with persistent seizures despite treatment may require additional evaluation to better understand the seizure type and determine further management.

Seizure Disorder Management

Not every seizure necessarily represents epilepsy. Children experiencing febrile seizures, unexplained episodes of altered awareness or recurrent abnormal movements may require neurological assessment.

The treatment plan depends on the underlying cause, frequency and type of seizures.

VEEG Monitoring

Video EEG (VEEG) monitoring records the electrical activity of the brain while simultaneously recording the child's behaviour on video.

It can help correlate unusual clinical events with EEG changes and may be useful in differentiating epileptic seizures from non-epileptic events, classifying seizure types and evaluating difficult-to-control epilepsy.