Patient's question:
Hello, how can women with epilepsy go on a diet? They had epilepsy before the age of 12, then no epilepsy from 12 to 20, and then again every three months during pregnancy at the age of 20. Now their child is 28 years old, and they weigh 135 pounds, wanting to lose 30 pounds. Can they go on a diet? Will dieting cause a seizure?Doctor's answer:
Women with epilepsy may consider dieting. However, they should not diet excessively in a short period of time and need a gradual process. You can estimate your standard weight based on your height. You should not lose weight to the point of being extremely thin. Additionally, you need to gradually increase your exercise to burn body fat. You should not rely on long-term starvation, as these methods may all potentially trigger epilepsy attacks. Moreover, it is also necessary to consider taking epilepsy medication for control during daily life.