Complex febrile seizure
A febrile seizure that has any of the following features: focal semiology (or associated with post-ictal neurologic abnormalities beyond drowsiness, such as a Todd's paresis), prolonged seizure beyond 15 minutes, or recurring (occurring more than once) in a 24 hour period.
Also called: Complex febrile convulsion, Complex febrile seizures, Complex fever fit.
Conditions associated with complex febrile seizure
The following conditions have been associated with complex febrile seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Dravet syndrome
Dravet syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine
Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
PCDH19 clustering epilepsy
PCDH19 clustering epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Self-limited infantile epilepsy
Self-limited infantile epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77
intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77 is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Tests providers may use to investigate complex febrile seizure
When investigating complex febrile seizure, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside complex febrile seizure
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if complex febrile seizure is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom complex febrile seizure mean?
Complex febrile seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A febrile seizure that has any of the following features: focal semiology (or associated with post-ictal neurologic abnormalities beyond drowsiness, such as a Todd's paresis), prolonged seizure beyond 15 minutes, or recurring (occurring more than once) in a 24 hour period.
Which conditions are associated with complex febrile seizure?
Complex febrile seizure has been reported in association with 5 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Dravet syndrome, Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine, PCDH19 clustering epilepsy, Self-limited infantile epilepsy, intellectual developmental disorder, autosomal dominant 77. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about complex febrile seizure?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.