# Febrile convulsion

• 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 37şC to as little as 38.5şC.

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 1 Place the child on their side for safety. 2 DO NOT restrain the child. 3 DO NOT cool the child by sponging or bathing, but do remove excess clothing.

After the convulsion 4 Follow DRSABCD. 5 Remove excess clothing or wrappings. 6 Seek medical aid.