How is pediatric epilepsy treated?

Question

Can pediatric epilepsy be cured? How is it treated?

Answer

Epilepsy in children is a common, complex neurological syndrome that occurs repeatedly during childhood. In treatment, the main approach is usually Western medication to control seizures. It is important to tailor treatment to the specific condition and individual characteristics of the patient, focusing on modulation and treating at multiple levels and sites. This involves using principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, based on the patient’s clinical features, to target the disease process, administer medication directly to the site of action, and design individualized medication regimens to enhance drug efficacy, avoid adverse reactions, and achieve the ideal goal of cure.