Question
My child has been suffering from sporadic epilepsy for some time now, and I’m not sure of the specific cause. They are currently on medication treatment. Will this affect their growth and development? Concerns: What are the dangers of long-term epilepsy seizures?
Answer
Epilepsy is a chronic condition that, while having minimal impact in the short term, can lead to significant effects on a patient’s physical, mental, and intellectual health if seizures occur frequently over a long period. Currently, the main treatment for epilepsy in both domestic and international settings is medication. With proper antiepileptic medication treatment, about 70% of patients can control seizures, with 50% to 60% of patients achieving complete recovery after 2 to 5 years of treatment, returning to normal life and studies. Therefore, correct and standardized antiepileptic medication treatment is crucial.