There are 2 types-
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Simple febrile seizure
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Complex febrile seizure
Symptoms: Fever associated with seizure
Complications
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Risk of status epilepticus
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Risk of epilepsy
Causes & Prevention
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Temperature management
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Clobazam prophylaxis during febrile episode
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Self-limiting after 5 years of age
Risk factors
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Major- less than 1 year, duration of fever < 24 hours, fever 38-39 degrees Celcius
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Minor- family history, complex febrile seizure
Diagnosis: Clinical diagnosis (rule out meningitis if suspected)
Treatment
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Fever management
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Intermittent prophylaxis (clobazam)