Patient's question:
My aunt has had epilepsy for many years. Since I was a child, I've seen her relapse, and the scene was so terrifying. Back then, I would hide far away, and it was my grandfather who comforted her beside her. Now that I've grown up, I feel I should protect my younger aunt like my grandfather did, trying to make her as comfortable as possible, and not to have her suffer so much during the episodes.Doctor's answer:
During a grand mal seizure, do not interfere with the recurrence. When twitching, do not apply gentle pressure or bend their body. Do not place anything in their mouth, such as chopsticks or spoons. Use a soft cushion to protect the patient's head. After the seizure has ended, gently place the patient in a good recovery position to stabilize breathing. The rescuer should wait until the patient has fully recovered before leaving. Do not give them anything to eat or drink until they have fully recovered. Do not take any measures to try to wake the patient. Epilepsy can cause significant disruption to patients, and...