Author/Authors :
Çelik, T Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi - Tayfur Ata Sökmen Tıp Fakültesi - Çocuk Saglıgı ve Hastalıkları Anabilim Dalı, Turkey
Abstract :
Aim: Febrile convulsions are the most common type of seizure during childhood. Febrile seizures are age dependent, occurring mostly between the ages of 6 months and 5 years. FK are rarely seen before 9 months and after 5 years of age. The peak age is approximately 14-18 months of age. The incidence approaches 3-4% of young children. They are also very benign with no significant long-term effects, but can cause considerable parental anxiety.In some families, an autosomal dominant inheritance is seen. A simple febrile convulsion is usually associated with a rapid increase to 39ºC or greater. Therefore, each child with a seizure must be examined carefully and the cause of the fever must appropriately be investigated.Material and Methods : In this study the patients, who were treated between 2006-2009, in Bergama State Hospital are retrospectively examined. The relation between febrile seizure and anemia is examined.Results: In this study their hemoglobin values are recorded. The febrile seizures’ frequencies of repetitions are determined. When all patients were examined for anemia, at a rate of %37.2 anemia (Hb 11 g/dl) were detected.Conclusion : In treatment the importance of parents’ awareness is mentioned. An intermittent treatment is advised to the families. It is determined that all these patients get well, their school success don’t fall and their learning skills don’t get affected. It is also important for families to believe in and trust their doctors.
