Patient's question:
My family member has had epilepsy for 7 years and has been taking medication, but it hasn't improved at all. Why is that? Is it necessary to have surgery at the hospital?Doctor's answer:
The causes of epilepsy are many, including primary and secondary ones. If epilepsy is caused by conditions such as trauma or cerebrovascular disorders, this situation can only be managed with medication. For primary epilepsy, if a clear focus of blood infection can be identified, surgical treatment may be possible. However, in most cases, medication is the only option. Medication must be taken regularly and long-term to prevent recurrence, but it cannot cure epilepsy.