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- A rapid rise in body temperature can cause convulsions. This occurs most often in children aged 6 months to 5 years.
- A convulsion can occur with a temperature change from the normal 37ºC to as little as 38.5ºC.
Signs and symptoms
Symptoms can include:
- fever
- muscle stiffening
- twitching or jerking of face or limbs
- eyes rolling upwards
- blue lips, face, earlobes, fingernails
- loss of consciousness
What to do
During the convulsion
- Place the child on their side for safety.
- DO NOT restrain the child.
- DO NOT cool the child by sponging or bathing, but do remove excess clothing.
After the convulsion
- Follow DRSABCD.
- Remove excess clothing or wrappings.
- Seek medical aid.
