Question
Dear Baby, 7 years old, a friend’s child is in a more severe condition, showing erratic jumping and hitting others, which is difficult to control. How should pediatric epilepsy be treated?
Answer
At present, there is no definitive cure for epilepsy in medical terms, and treatment mainly involves medication control. For refractory epilepsy, surgical treatment can be considered. Once diagnosed with epilepsy, it is essential to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions, take antiepileptic drugs regularly and on time, and do not adjust the dosage or discontinue medication on one’s own. If there are no seizures for five consecutive years, medication can be considered for discontinuation. In addition, patients should maintain regular work and rest , do a good job of keeping warm and preventing colds, eat light and soft foods, ventilate frequently, and drink plenty of hot water. Good living habits also help prevent the occurrence of diseases.