Patient's question:
A friend of mine has epilepsy, and now they want to have a child next year. Do you know if epilepsy is inherited across generations in women?Doctor's answer:
Hello, there is a certain probability of epilepsy being inherited over generations, but this probability is not very high, so there is no need to worry. It is recommended that you maintain a positive mindset when planning to become pregnant. However, avoid taking oral antiepileptic drugs for at least three months before pregnancy, and also refrain from taking them during early pregnancy, as this medication may interfere with fetal development. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery and good health!