Fieberkrampf bei Kindern – was tun im Notfall?

Febrile seizures in children – what to do in an emergency?

Fever in babies and children unsettles many parents, but it's usually a completely normal immune response. It's important to know when a fever begins, how to properly monitor your temperature, and when a doctor's visit is necessary. Here you'll find practical tips for restful nights and greater security in everyday life.

Febrile seizures are a shock for parents: Suddenly, the child twitches, loses consciousness, and appears to be out of it. But the good news is: In most cases, febrile seizures are harmless and stop on their own after a few minutes. The key is to recognize them and react calmly.

What is a febrile seizure?

A febrile seizure is a nervous system reaction when fever rises very quickly. Typical signs include:
• Twitching of arms and legs
• Rolling eyes
• Stiff or flaccid limbs
• Brief loss of consciousness
👉 A simple febrile seizure usually lasts only a few minutes and ends on its own.

Who is affected?

Febrile seizures occur primarily in children between 6 months and 4 years of age.
Common triggers: infections or, in rare cases, vaccine reactions. What matters is not the severity of the fever, but how quickly the temperature rises.

What to do in an emergency?

1. Keep calm and don’t leave your child alone
2. Lay the child flat on the floor and secure the area
3. If necessary, remove a layer of clothing, keep mouth and nose free
4. Do not give anything to drink or eat (risk of suffocation)
5. Observe the duration (remember the time)
6. After the first febrile seizure, always call the emergency doctor (112)
⚠️ If the cramp lasts longer than 5 minutes or recurs, seek medical help immediately.

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• Continuous temperature monitoring directly on the clothing
• Alarm in case of rapid or strong increase
• Breath & prone position detection for additional safety
• Motion detection with app notification
👉 This way you can react early and avoid hospital stays.

Conclusion: Febrile seizures seem dramatic, but are usually harmless. By acting calmly in an emergency and with the support of MARY by sticklett, you'll be prepared – and can give your child security when it matters most.
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