Febrile status epilepticus
A seizure lasting 30 minutes without fully regaining consciousness, provoked by fever (temperature greater than 38.0 degrees Celcius) at the time of seizure-onset, without a prior history of afebrile seizure and with no evidence of an acute central nervous system infection or insult.
What is Febrile status epilepticus?
Febrile status epilepticus is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Febrile status epilepticus that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Febrile status epilepticus
The following conditions have been associated with Febrile status epilepticus. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 119
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neurodevelopmental disorder with seizures and impaired intellectual and language development
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When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Febrile status epilepticus is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.