Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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ModerateNeurology & DevelopmentJuvenile Myoclonic EpilepsyRACP Paediatrics

A 16-year-old has morning myoclonic jerks on waking and 2 GTCs. EEG shows generalised polyspike-and-wave. Diagnosis?

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Correct answer: D — Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy

JME: adolescent-onset, myoclonic jerks on waking, GTCs. Requires lifelong treatment. Avoid carbamazepine/phenytoin.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024 – Clinical Practice Guidelines: Epilepsy