Patient's question:
My boyfriend's grandfather has epilepsy, but his parents do not. We are getting married. Will epilepsy still be inherited in this case? Does epilepsy have a genetic inheritance? Is the probability high?Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy has an irregular genetic influence in a few cases, which has little impact on most people, with the extent of the impact mainly related to the cause. The incidence of congenital cases is 3%-4%, while that of acquired cases is 0-1%. Additionally, the impact on the fetus primarily comes from the mother; fathers with epilepsy generally do not need to be concerned.We know that inherited metabolic diseases in children have a significant impact on them. If left untreated or if the treatment method is incorrect, the condition progresses rapidly, causing great harm to the patient. Therefore, it is crucial to seek professional medical treatment promptly at a qualified hospital. This is the key.