Patient's question:
Hello! Doctor, I apologize for bothering you. My child is 12 years old and was diagnosed with epilepsy in June of this year. Due to the treatment, they have missed many classes. Now, I want to apply for a leave of absence, but the hospital says this condition does not qualify for a leave of absence certificate. However, the school is now unwilling to accept my child, saying they need a leave of absence application. Could you please provide any good suggestions or valuable advice? Thank you very much!Doctor's answer:
Hello, epilepsy is a chronic disease that requires timely and effective treatment. The treatment of epilepsy is currently still primarily focused on medication. Most patients can achieve relatively ideal results through medication. A small portion of patients are suitable for surgical treatment, such as cases of brain tumors, brain hemorrhages, and other organic lesions. However, surgical treatment also carries the possibility of recurrence. It is essential to build confidence in overcoming the disease and to persist in long-term treatment.