Patient's question:
Doctor, my husband and I have been married for a year. I have epilepsy, and I'm very worried. Can people with epilepsy get pregnant?Doctor's answer:
Patients with epilepsy, if their condition is well-controlled by medication and they have infrequent relapses, can become pregnant. However, one year before pregnancy, they should have already started adjusting their medication to stabilize their condition. The oral medication should be limited to the fewest possible types and the lowest effective doses to minimize the impact on the fetus. After becoming pregnant, it is essential to pay attention to rest, avoid overexertion, and maintain a calm mood to reduce factors that may trigger epilepsy relapses.