Patient's question:
The baby was just diagnosed with epilepsy, and the doctor prescribed some medication. Is it necessary for children with epilepsy to take medication? I'm afraid that giving medication to such a young baby will have side effects on the child.Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, once a child is diagnosed with epilepsy, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to take regular anti-epileptic medication. However, some types of childhood epilepsy are benign and self-limiting. Some children with epilepsy have infrequent seizures, with long intervals between episodes. For such children, close observation is necessary, and medication may not be required for the time being.