Patient's question:
Which hospital in our country is the best for treating hereditary neurological diseases in children? My two children both suffer from hereditary intellectual disability and epilepsy, with symptoms appearing between the ages of 3-4, starting with a sprain in their left foot. At Peking University Maternity and Child Hospital, we were seen by Dr. Wu Ye, who performed an MRI showing that both the cerebellum and the brain of our child had started to atrophy. We also underwent white matter tests, urine screening, abdominal ultrasound, and electromyography. We also sought NCL testing with Huang Yu from Beijing Medical College, and muscle biopsies were taken from our child's legs, but no definitive diagnosis was found. Dr. Wu diagnosed the condition as neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis. Despite all these tests, no specific diagnosis was reached. Now, our child often leans backward and falls while walking.Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy is a common and frequently occurring disease in childhood, characterized by sudden recurrences, unpredictable recurrence times, and the need for long-term treatment. At the same time, children are in a critical period of physical and psychological development and learning, and there are still some biases and misunderstandings about epilepsy in society. Parents of children with epilepsy often face significant pressure in terms of psychology, physical strength, and finances.Medical Advice: Therefore, it is essential for parents of children with epilepsy to have a correct understanding of the diagnostic and treatment procedures for epilepsy, as well as the precautions involved, and to actively and optimistically cooperate with the treatment. It is important to arrange the child's life and study reasonably, ensure adequate rest, avoid overeating, limit fluid intake, and prevent sleep deprivation and emotional fluctuations. In terms of diet, it should be regular and controlled, avoiding excessive consumption or binge eating; spicy foods, coffee, and seafood should be avoided.
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