EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT STRATEGIES OF ABSENCE SEIZURES IN YOUNG CHILDREN

Ermatov Farhod Ahmedovich

Authors

Ermatov Farhod Ahmedovich Assistant, Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery, Central Asian Medical University Pediatric Neurologist, Botulinotherapy Specialist

Keywords:

Absence, epilepsy, children, early diagnosis, EEG, valproate, ethosuximide, neurology, pediatrics, antiepileptic treatment

Abstract

This article explores the early diagnosis and effective treatment strategies for absence epilepsy in young children. It describes the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, EEG characteristics, and drug selection, as well as psychopedagogical approaches. The study emphasizes the importance of early intervention in preserving children's neurological and cognitive development.

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