What does febrile convulsions mean?

Answer 1

Febrile Convulsions occur when a young child's body temperature increases rapidly. The child loses consciousness, becomes stiff, and or flails the limbs. Children whose parents had Febrile Convulsions are more likely to have them, along with children who have suffered frequent illnesses. One in 1000 children may suffer from this 6-10 days after the measles vaccination.