Epilepsy is the condition where a patient suffers from repeated seizures time and again. There doesn’t appear to be a clear cause. Refractory epilepsy is a condition where there is difficulty bringing seizures under control even through the use of medication. It is also known as uncontrolled, intractable or drug-resistant epilepsy. 

Nearly one-third of all people suffering from epilepsy will develop refractory epilepsy in their lifetime. Refractory seizure disorders can seriously hinder a person’s quality of life. Refractory seizures can be triggered due to a whole host of reasons ranging from incorrect treatment of epilepsy to lifestyle factors to drug-resistance. It is imperative that you seek medical care for your child immediately to treat this condition. 

Children should be free to run and play as they choose. The reality though is that nature does pose certain dangers to their wellbeing. Scorpions, snakes, insects and so on lie under every rock and bush. They typically react in self-defense to a perceived threat and a child playing and shouting usually can alarm them. 

Envenomation is the process by which an animal transfers its venom to its victim. Some of them do it through their fangs while others do it through teeth, stingers and so on. The treatment for this is antivenom specific to each creature. 

At Sri Ramakrishna Hospital we keep your children safe by ensuring we have treatments for every eventuality. From antivenom for a host of snakebites to that for scorpions and poisonings, we can ensure that your child gets the right treatment in a timely manner.

The meninges are membranes which surround the brain and spinal cord. Inflammation of the meninges is known as meningitis. Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain itself. Both conditions are caused by infections, have a whole host of causes and are potentially fatal. 

Some of the symptoms include sudden fever, headache, sensitivity to light, stiff neck, double vision, vomiting and so on. If you notice such symptoms in your child, schedule an appointment with one of Sri Ramakrishna Hospital’s paediatric consultants immediately.