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(216) 844-8447
(216) 844-Rainbow - Appts
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11100 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106

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First Aid

Keeping your child safe is your top priority. Learn how to protect your child inside the house and out, what to do in an emergency, how to stock a first-aid kit, where to call for help, and more.

Seizures


Seizures are caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain. Symptoms may vary depending on the part of the brain that is involved, but seizures often cause unusual sensations, uncontrollable muscle spasms, and loss of consciousness.

Some seizures may be the result of a medical problem. Low blood sugar, infection, a fever, usually with the temperature rising rapidly to 102? Fahrenheit (38.9? Celsius) or more. While terrifying to parents, these seizures are usually brief and rarely cause any problems, unless the fever is associated with a serious infection, such as Michael H. Goodman, MD
Date reviewed: October 2006
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