Patient's question:
Before getting married, I didn't realize my husband had epilepsy. But after the wedding, he had seizures every now and then. I wonder if this is a from a brain surgery he had in the past. Can epilepsy be treated with traditional Chinese medicine? Can taking Chinese medicine cure epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
First and foremost, it is important to identify the cause of epilepsy. If, as you mentioned, there are residual effects from a previous brain surgery, simply taking oral Chinese medicine may not be effective. In such cases, it is necessary to persist with oral antiepileptic drugs to control the condition. Therefore, if you aim to achieve control or a cure, it is essential to take your husband to a large, reputable hospital in your local area for a comprehensive and thorough examination. Subsequently, systematic treatment should be implemented under the guidance of a professional doctor.