Question
Hello! Doctor, I apologize for disturbing you. My child is 12 years old and was diagnosed with epilepsy in June this year. Due to the treatment, they have missed many classes. Now, I want to apply for a leave of absence, but the hospital says that this condition does not meet the criteria for a leave of absence certificate, and the school is unwilling to accept my child back for school and insists on applying for a leave of absence. What good advice or opinions do you have, doctor? Thank you very much!
Answer
Hello, epilepsy is a chronic condition that requires timely and effective treatment. Currently, the main treatment for epilepsy is medication, and most patients can achieve good treatment effects. A small number of patients are suitable for surgical treatment, such as for brain tumors or cerebral hemorrhages due to organic changes, but there is also a possibility of recurrence after surgery. Keep your confidence and persist in long-term treatment.