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My son 20months now.at 9month he got 40 fever once & i put in cold water & rub ice on his body so he had seizure.does this mean everytime he will have high fever he will get seizure?i am very scared
Jun 29, 2013

Dr. Salim Saab Otolaryngology (ENT)
Usually, the risk of recurrence of febrile seizures in children and young ones (less than 15 months) depends on a few factors: frequent fevers, having an immediate family member with a history of febrile seizures.
If the seizure occurs soon after a fever has begun or when the temperature is relatively low, the risk of recurrence is higher. A long initial febrile seizure does not substantially boost the risk of recurrent febrile seizures, either brief or long.
It could also be other things like meningitis, dehydration,... etc.
Consult your pediatrician to know the exact cause of the seizure and to find a way to treat it, if possible.
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