Patient's question:
My niece is fourteen years old this year and has been suffering from epilepsy, taking Western medicine to control it. However, as she has grown older, continuously relying on Western medicine is not a sustainable solution. If she stops taking the medication, her seizures return, and the family is very worried. I would like to ask, what are the methods for treating epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
Currently, the main method of treating epilepsy is medication. If a single drug cannot effectively control the condition, it is necessary to use a combination of different medications. At the same time, acupuncture therapy can also be used in coordination. In severe cases, surgical therapy may be employed. It is essential to avoid factors that can trigger epilepsy in daily life to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. Regulating physical and mental health, maintaining personal hygiene, and avoiding bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity are also important.