Patient's question:
I have been suffering from this illness for several years, and until now, I haven't dared to have children. Fortunately, the condition isn't severe—it's just that I experience some, stiffness, and chills all over my body. I'm very upset about the issue of epilepsy being passed down through generations to my future children, and it's also causing me great anxiety.What kind of help I need: Concerning the issue of epilepsy being passed down through generations to my future children? Will it happen like this?
Doctor's answer:
The phenomenon of feeling cold all over during a seizure recurrence is extremely rare. If your description is very precise, it proves that you were aware of your body temperature during the recurrence, which does not align with the characteristics of a seizure involving loss of consciousness. A generalized convulsion during a mild seizure would generally not result in regaining consciousness. It is not worth delving into whether your diagnosis is indeed a seizure or a hysterical convulsion triggered by anger, stomach issues, or emotional distress. It is recommended to visit a neurology department at a local top-tier hospital for thorough examinations, particularly neurophysiological tests, to verify the diagnosis. Additionally, consider whether there is a genetic component. If there is no genetic predisposition, even if it is epilepsy, it would not be inherited across generations. The focus should be on actively preventing further recurrences.