Patient's question:
My cousin has epilepsy. After high school, he couldn't go to school anymore because of frequent seizures. In these years, he hasn't had a job and hasn't been able to find a girlfriend. His mood has been bad, and the seizures have become more frequent. He often experiences muscle spasms and faints without warning. The family is very worried. They want to go to a big hospital in the provincial capital to see how to treat it. How can epilepsy be cured?Doctor's answer:
Hello! The condition of epilepsy is highly sensitive, and if not treated appropriately, it may lead to worsening of the condition. Especially, some epilepsy medications and home remedies often have significant side effects. If medication is used blindly, the patient's condition may worsen as a result, leading to repeated seizures and difficulty in treatment.Recommendations:
Epilepsy Treatment Methods:
1. Medication Treatment. Since the child's epilepsy was detected early, medication was started promptly, making the treatment process relatively manageable. However, there is a principle in epilepsy medication treatment: early administration, sufficient dosage, accurate medication, and long-term use. Therefore, until the doctor advises stopping the medication, regardless of how the child behaves, do not stop the medication or change the dosage arbitrarily. Regular check-ups can determine whether the dosage needs adjustment, as dosage is very important. If not controlled properly, it may lead to drug toxicity.
2. Dietary Treatment. After the child was diagnosed with epilepsy, the diet was adjusted according to the doctor's advice, with more fresh vegetables and fruits included. Fatty and indigestible foods were avoided as much as possible. Some doctors even provided the child with a detailed dietary plan, showing great responsibility.
3. Surgical Treatment. If epilepsy occurs, surgical treatment can be an option. The main goal is to safely remove the brain tissue causing epilepsy, known as the epileptic focus (or onset zone). Only by removing the epileptic focus can postoperative seizure-free conditions be achieved.