Patient's question:
Started to develop symptoms at the age of 10, sought medical treatment at Shanghai Huashan Hospital and Shanghai Ruijin Hospital, and has been taking carbamazepine ever since. For four years, there were no episodes, but after stopping the medication, the condition recurred. In 2008, sought medical treatment at Peking Union Medical College Hospital, where the diagnosis was suspected epilepsy. The doctor advised to continue taking carbamazepine and then restart the medication, which worked for three years without any episodes. In November 2011, the medication was stopped, but there was one recurrence afterward. Unable to continue taking carbamazepine, it has been taken until now. Over 15 years, there have been 5 episodes in total. Is it necessary to take medication for life? Can one have children during the medication period?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you mentioned, you should go to the hospital to check if the sperm quality is abnormal. If it is normal, there should be no problem with having children. Generally, doctors will advise patients with signs of reproductive risk to maintain a balanced diet, stay away from spicy, stimulating, and cold foods. Additionally, patients should also create an environment that promotes emotional stability and stress relief. Wishing the patient a healthy delivery.