It's promising to hear that your daughter has not had any seizures while she's been in the hospital with colitis. Some research has shown that certain infections or illnesses that cause inflammation or fever can temporarily reduce seizure activity, although the reasons are not fully understood. While this seizure reprieve Show Full Answer

It's promising to hear that your daughter has not had any seizures while she's been in the hospital with colitis. Some research has shown that certain infections or illnesses that cause inflammation or fever can temporarily reduce seizure activity, although the reasons are not fully understood. While this seizure reprieve may be welcomed, it's still important to continue her usual epilepsy treatment plan and medications as prescribed once she's recovered. Stay in close contact with her neurologist about any changes in seizure patterns after her hospitalization.

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