Patient's question:
I found out last month that I have epilepsy. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and they said this condition can only be suppressed, not completely cured. The doctor mentioned that this disease generally has a low chance of being inherited across generations, but I heard that there have been cases where patients with the condition also had children who inherited it.Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy has a genetic component, but only a small portion of the children of epilepsy patients will develop epilepsy again, indicating that the likelihood of recurrence is relatively low. Therefore, the vast majority of epilepsy patients can still conceive, and parents of epilepsy patients need not overly worry about the hereditary issue of epilepsy across generations. In addition to timely treatment for epilepsy, patients also need to pay attention to aspects of care, such as proper diet and maintaining a positive mood. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to choosing a reputable hospital for diagnosis to ensure a good treatment outcome.