fever usually in children under five years of agecomes on very quickly This rapid change in temperature EmergencyDepartmentfact sheetsFebrile Convulsion in Childrenwwwhealthqldgovauemergency ID: 941373
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What is a febrile convulsion? fever, usually in children under five years of age.comes on very quickly. This rapid change in temperature EmergencyDepartmentfact sheetsFebrile Convulsion in Childrenwww.health.qld.gov.au/emergencyhealthcare What causes a febrile convulsion? The exact mechanism behind febrile convulsions is un-known. What we do know is that, in general, children Febrile convulsions happen when there is a sudden change in body temperature. The cause of the fever is usually a What is fever? keep them cool by not overdressing them or having give paracetamol (such as Panadol or Dymadon) or Carefully check the label for the correct dose and make containing Paracetamol or Ibuprofen (such as some What are the symptoms? Loss of consciousness (a blackout) Your child may take up to 30 minutes to wake up What should I do if my child has a t? doctor.and make them comfortable.Do not shake or slap your child to wake them up.Have your child checked by your local doctor or health What can you do to prevent febrile con- Unfortunately, as febrile convulsion may be the first sign of illness in your child, it i
s not always possible to take use some simple techniques to make them feel better:Paracetamol (Panadol) or Ibuprofen (Nurofen) may help to reduce their temperature and make them feel a tion purposes only. Please consult with your doctor or other health professional to make sure this information is Notes:Follow up with: Date and Time-Name-The design and general content of this factsheet are reproduced with the permission of the Victorian Minister for Health, from factsheets that are are prohibited without permission. Seeking help 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) provides health information, Queensland and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Want to know more? Ask your local doctor or health care professional Visit Healthinsite www.healthinsite.gov.au www.betterhealth.vic.gov.auFebrile Convulsion in Children Avoid overdressing your child Avoid sponging and cold bathes that may cool your What to expect A febrile convulsion is not epilepsy. No regular medi-febrile convulsion will have another. Some children Children usually have fewer seizures as they get older,