Patient's question:
What should be noted when children with epilepsy take medication?Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy patients should strive for a diversified diet, consuming nutrient-rich and easily digestible foods such as noodles, beans, lean meat, eggs, fish, and milk. In particular, they should increase their intake of beans, fresh vegetables, fruits, and dairy products, as these foods are rich in high-quality protein and phospholipids, which help in the recovery of brain function and reduce the frequency of seizures. Additionally, epilepsy patients should increase their magnesium intake. Magnesium deficiency is common among epilepsy patients, especially those undergoing long-term medication, such as those taking phenytoin long-term, which can lead to osteoporosis. In addition to a high-calcium diet, attention should also be paid to magnesium intake.