I have a family member who was placed in a drug induced coma on 12/27/11 for refractory status epilepticus. The drugs were stopped around 1/5/12 and he remains in a coma. How long should this last? Is the coma being caused by brain damage if he hasn t awakened at this point?
Hello, I would explain that the persistent coma could be related to the seizures. Nevertheless, I recommend waiting for some more days. A brain EEG would help examine his brain activity. You should discuss with his doctor on this test. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor.