ONE SYMPTOM
Arrange an appointment with your GP as soon as possible
TWO+ SYMPTOMS
Request an immediate consultant referral as soon as possible
If a child in this age group experiences a fit or seizure, always seek medical help. Fits can be due to a serious illness and any child having a first fit must be reviewed as soon as possible by a doctor. If you think your child is having a fit, phone 999 and ask for an ambulance.
Some young children will have a fit with a high temperature (febrile fit/seizure). Fits with a high temperature are not usually due to a serious underlying illness. Any child having a febrile fit should be reviewed by a doctor as soon as possible, however, most febrile fits occur with mild viral infections.
Further information about fits and seizures in young children can be found at Epilepsy Society.
Are the symptoms exhibited persistent e.g. lasting more than two weeks?
Arrange an appointment with your GP as soon as possible
Request an immediate consultant referral as soon as possible
If the symptoms or signs are sudden onset or severe, either take them to the emergency department or call 999.