Patient's question:
What are the common knowledge about pediatric epilepsy? What is the best medicine for epilepsy treatment in Tianjin? ?? The onset lasted for over an hour. A few days before the onset, there was a headache. During the onset, there was whole-body convulsions, stiffness in limbs, and bluish complexion. However, there was no foam from the mouth.Doctor's answer:
Epileptic patients should follow the same dietary guidelines as normal people, but it is important to avoid letting them frequently or excessively consume foods or beverages with strong stimulating effects, such as coffee, cola, etc., though this is not an absolute taboo. In daily life, certain behaviors or environmental factors may also trigger epilepsy attacks, and patients should do their best to avoid these environments or behaviors.■Warm Tip☆
Avoid overexertion and ensure adequate sleep. Adults should get at least 7–9 hours of sleep per day, while children should get at least 8–16 hours. Engage in moderate exercise, such as walking, jogging, badminton, tennis, or table tennis, but avoid swimming, mountain climbing, diving, or cycling to prevent falls during an attack or traffic accidents. Limit TV watching and completely avoid playing electronic games.