Patient's question:
A colleague's brother has epilepsy, and he has one or two relapses every year. It feels very frightening. It is said that this epilepsy can interfere with a person's lifespan. People who suffer from this disease will never live a long life. I wonder if there is a scientific basis for this? Does epilepsy interfere with lifespan?Doctor's answer:
Having epilepsy may potentially interfere with lifespan. Because after developing epilepsy, if it is not well-controlled, it often recurs, and during recurrence, it can easily lead to brain trauma and other issues. There is also a possibility of experiencing symptoms such as difficulty breathing again, which can affect life. Those with epilepsy should be hospitalized in the neurology department of a hospital for treatment for a period of time. In daily life, attention should be paid to regulation to prevent triggering factors.