Febrile Seizures in Children: What Parents Need to Know and When to Seek Care

Febrile seizures are usually brief, harmless seizures triggered by a rapid rise in a child’s fever.

They commonly affect children 6 months to 5 years old and often last only one to two minutes. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, most are not dangerous, but seek emergency care if a seizure lasts over five minutes or affects breathing.

For prompt evaluation and peace of mind, contact Zenith Primary & Urgent Care in Marlborough today.