Febrile Seizures Familial 5 C1836507
Febrile seizures are convulsions in young children triggered by high fevers. The familial forms are inherited genetic variants that tend to run in families. Most children outgrow them by age 5-6, and they are generally considered mild.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G40.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Focal seizure features
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Varies
Urinary incontinence during seizure
(neurologic)Post-ictal drowsiness
(neurologic)Generalized tonic-clonic movements
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Growth and Development Surveillance
Regular pediatric assessments to ensure febrile seizures do not impact normal developmental progression or cognitive function.
Acute Febrile Illness Intervention
Prompt administration of antipyretic medications when fever is detected, combined with adequate hydration and comfort measures.
When to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Berg AT, Shinnar S, Bourgeois B, et al. Practice guideline update: Management of febrile seizures in childhood. Epilepsy Foundation Clinical Practice Guidelines. 2020.
Nakayama J, Arinami T. Molecular genetics of febrile seizures: Current understanding and future directions. Epilepsy Res. 2018.
Siegler ML, Chung KC, Chen KS, et al. Efficacy of prophylactic medication in familial febrile seizure disorders: A randomized controlled trial. Lancet Neurol. 2022.
Hesdorffer DC, Kanner AM, Baram TZ, et al. Long-term outcomes of febrile seizures: A systematic review and meta-analysis. JAMA Neurol. 2023.
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