What are the treatments for epilepsy?

Patient's question:

Your friend's child has had "epilepsy" since childhood. During seizures, they unconsciously tremble their small hands, and they need an adult to watch over them while sleeping. Epilepsy seizures do not involve vomiting. Is there a better treatment for epilepsy? What kind of help is needed: Is there a better treatment for epilepsy?

Doctor's answer:

Epilepsy patients are usually treated with oral antiepileptic drugs. Some patients may undergo surgery. Targeted treatment should be adopted based on careful examination results from head CT and EEG. It is recommended that parents take their children to a regular hospital for follow-up as soon as possible, follow the doctor's advice for symptomatic treatment, develop good living habits, maintain a light diet, avoid foods such as mutton, dog meat, coffee, strong tea, cola, and spicy, irritating foods, ensure sufficient sleep time, and prevent overwork, fatigue, and emotional shocks.

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