Patient's question:
I recently don't know what's wrong with me. Last night while I was taking a nap, I had convulsions all over my body, foaming at the mouth, and I didn't feel any pain at all. My eyes were also rolling back. My wife noticed it after about 5 minutes. After finishing work, I was completely unaware of what was happening. Am I suffering from epilepsy?Doctor's answer:
Epilepsy, also known as "fainting wind," primarily manifests clinically as sudden falls, convulsions of the limbs, incontinence of urine and feces, and foaming at the mouth. Currently, there is no particularly effective treatment available, and it is essential to adhere to medication, avoiding abrupt discontinuation or increasing the dosage. In most cases, long-term medication is necessary. Standardized treatment can increase the frequency of recurrence. Additionally, it is important to avoid overexertion, colds, and alcohol consumption. Commonly used medications include carbamazepine, sodium valproate, and Epilepsy tablets, among others. The type of medication depends on the different types of recurrence. The daily treatment for epilepsy patients primarily involves medication.