Patient's question:
I was originally an epilepsy patient, and now I hardly have seizures anymore. I have achieved good control, and I am also divorced. I want to have a child, so I would like to consult a few things. If you have had epilepsy, can you have children?Doctor's answer:
The best time for delivery is when epilepsy is well-controlled, with no recurrence for 2 to 5 years. Consider stopping medication before giving birth, as this minimizes the interference of maternal epilepsy on the baby's health at this stage. For first-time mothers of advanced maternal age who are expected to have a difficult delivery, it is advisable to undergo cesarean section early to prevent the possibility of epilepsy in the infant later in life due to water aspiration, breathing difficulties, or birth injuries. In addition to treating epilepsy, patients are advised to pay attention to their diet and maintain a cheerful mood in daily life to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.