Question
My child has epilepsy and is now 9 years old. They had their first seizure two days ago. They have developmental delays. Is there a cure for epilepsy?
Answer
Hello, if your child has epilepsy, it’s important to first determine the cause, as treating the underlying cause is more effective. Epilepsy can manifest in various types such as benign childhood epilepsy, childhood absence epilepsy, West Syndrome, LGS Syndrome, and more. It’s best to have your child examined at a hospital to determine which type of epilepsy they have. The ideal approach is to treat the underlying cause. If that’s not possible, symptomatic treatment is necessary, which may require long-term antiepileptic medication. Early and reasonable treatment can control seizures in over 90% of children, but it’s important to regularly check liver and kidney function.