What are the differences between childhood epilepsy and childhood febrile convulsions?

In current medicine, I believe many people will find that the incidence of epilepsy and febrile convulsions are relatively high. In fact, there are certain differences between these two diseases. First of all, the symptoms of the two are different, the results of the electroencephalogram are also different, and the symptoms of recurrence are also different. Even the causes of the diseases are obviously different.

Nowadays, the incidence of epilepsy is gradually increasing, and many children have been harmed as a result. After all, brain diseases are very dangerous and must not be ignored. Only by observing the condition well can the condition be effectively controlled and prevented from becoming more serious. However, childhood epilepsy and febrile convulsions are similar. Many people may not understand the difference between childhood febrile convulsions and childhood epilepsy.
1. Different symptoms <br/>Febrile convulsions can also cause convulsions, but these convulsions are mainly caused by high fever. Although children with epilepsy may also experience convulsions, these convulsions can occur anytime and anywhere, and there may be no high fever at all. Although the symptoms of the two are similar, the causes are still significantly different.
2. Different EEG results <br/>When distinguishing between febrile convulsions and childhood epilepsy, the most critical thing is the EEG. Children with febrile convulsions will not show any abnormalities when they choose to do an EEG, but children with epilepsy will have obvious abnormal discharges when doing an EEG. EEG examination is also used as the main identification method clinically.
3. Different recurrence symptoms <br/>Epilepsy has the characteristic of recurrence. As long as the abnormal brain nerves are not quickly relieved, they may still recur after being stimulated. Convulsions caused by high fever are basically always sudden. After effective treatment, they will enter the normal stage and will not affect the child. Convulsions will not occur again in the later period.
4. Different causes <br/>Why do convulsions occur? It is mainly caused by high fever. As long as the fever can be reduced as much as possible, the condition can be effectively controlled. There are many reasons for epileptic seizures. In addition to brain trauma and brain diseases, it is also directly related to genetic factors. Even in life, epilepsy may occur due to acquired factors.