Patient's question:
I have had epilepsy since I was a child. My first episode was around the age of 10. Usually, because I take my medication on time, it has been well-controlled. However, recently I met a girlfriend, and I haven't told her about my condition because I feel a bit self-conscious and worried that she might reject me. I want to know what precautions I should take in daily life to prevent an episode from occurring. Could you please explain this to me?Doctor's answer:
When a person has a seizure, quickly have them lie face down without a pillow. Place a gauze-wrapped tongue depressor (or a toothpaste tube) between their upper and lower teeth to prevent them from biting their tongue. Then loosen their collar and turn their head to one side so that saliva can drain out naturally, preventing it from entering the airway and causing aspiration pneumonia. At the same time, support their lower jaw to prevent the tongue from blocking the airway due to the neck bending. During a seizure, do not force water or gently press on limbs. Instead, apply pressure or stimulate acupoints such as Renzhong (GV26), Hegu (LI4), Zusanli (ST36), and Yongquan (KD1). In addition to treating epilepsy, it is recommended that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to strengthen their constitution and slow down recovery.