Patient's question:
Grandpa is getting older. Two years ago, he was thoroughly examined and found to have epilepsy. At first, the frequency of his seizures was high, but after treatment, it improved a bit. However, it wasn't long before the seizures became severe again. Grandpa believes in traditional Chinese medicine, but my dad and aunt both want to take him to see a Western doctor to ask about treating epilepsy. Is traditional Chinese medicine better or Western medicine better for treating epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description: mental illness has the characteristics of a chronic disease. Based on the situation you described, it is considered to have a direct correlation with your grandfather's age. It is thought to be caused by atherosclerosis or insufficient blood supply and oxygen to the brain, leading to damage to nerve function and abnormal brain impulses. It is recommended to follow conventional Western medical treatment, and Chinese medicine can be used for conditioning. Finally, wish you a speedy recovery.