Question
A 8-year-old girl, a child of a friend of mine, she says her child is jumping around erratically and hitting people, unable to control themselves, and falls to the ground. How is epilepsy treated?
Answer
Dear friend, based on your description, the child has been diagnosed with epilepsy. During a recurrence, the child suddenly loses consciousness and has no sensation in the entire body. It is also accompanied by muscle spasms and twitching. In summary, the child’s condition requires continuous treatment with oral antiepileptic medication, which will gradually control the symptoms over time. Finally, during the treatment period, the patient needs to maintain a healthy diet, have regular sleep schedules, actively participate in physical exercise, regulate mental and physical health, and keep personal hygiene to avoid bacterial invasion due to decreased resistance.