Question
My daughter has epilepsy and it has recurred recently. She often has a low fever of 37 or 37.5 degrees Celsius, which comes down at night. She also has a bit of a runny nose. The blood test at the hospital showed nothing unusual, but I’m not sure what the cause is?
Answer
Epilepsy is primarily treated with medication, and the most commonly used drugs include traditional antiepileptic drugs such as carbamazepine and valproate sodium, as well as new antiepileptic drugs like lamotrigine, topiramate, and oxcarbazepine. These antiepileptic drugs are safer and have fewer side effects than older drugs like phenytoin and phenobarbital, making them a more ideal choice for epilepsy patients. The treatment for epilepsy generally advocates for monotherapy, starting with a low dose. If a single drug is ineffective, consider adding or switching to another antiepileptic drug. If it is indeed believed that a particular drug is ineffective for the patient or has excessive side effects, and another drug needs to be switched, it must be done gradually. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment suggests using herbs that tonify the heart and kidneys, clear phlegm and subdue wind, open the orifices and control seizures, activate blood circulation to resolve stasis, and calm the liver and relieve fire to treat the body’s condition, regulate organ functions, strengthen the foundation and nourish the original energy, and achieve the goal of healing. Traditional Chinese medicine has fewer side effects, treats both symptoms and root causes, and is less likely to recur after healing. It can achieve a good therapeutic effect. Wishing for an early recovery!