Patient's question:
My nephew is seven years old this year and is in the first grade of primary school. However, he has epilepsy and is also quite shy. We always feel that his poor academic performance and lack of communication skills are due to his epilepsy.What kind of help is needed: How does epilepsy interfere with children's intelligence?
Doctor's answer:
The causes of epilepsy are many, early detection requires early treatment. Recurrent epilepsy can interfere with a child's physical health and brain development. It is recommended that you take your child to a regular hospital for a thorough head CT and EEG examination to identify the cause. After finding the cause, follow the doctor's advice to take antiepileptic drugs orally on time. Pay attention to letting the child rest more, maintain emotional stability, avoid overwork and fatigue, ensure adequate deep sleep, eat a proper diet, enhance nutrition, eat more vegetables and fruits, avoid mutton, dog meat, coffee, strong tea, cola, and spicy, irritating foods. Regularly go to the hospital for follow-up examinations.