Can febrile seizures occur without a fever?

Febrile seizures are a type of seizure that occurs in young children when they have a fever. These seizures specifically occur in the presence of a fever, which means they cannot occur without one.

Key Points:

• What are Febrile Seizures?: These are seizures that occur when a child has a fever, often due to an infection.
• Age Group: They are most common in children between 6 months and 5 years old.
• Presence of Fever: A fever is necessary for a seizure to be classified as a febrile seizure. Without a fever, the seizure would be due to another cause.

Understanding febrile seizures can help parents and caregivers manage them better. It's important to monitor a child's temperature and consult a healthcare provider if a seizure occurs.