Question
The two-year-old baby frequently blinks, diagnosed by the doctor as having mild epilepsy, has been taking sodium valproate tablets for more than a week, but there is no improvement in the condition. How should it be handled?
Answer
Epilepsy, also known as grand mal or petit mal seizures, is a disorder caused by sudden, abnormal electrical discharges in groups of brain neurons, often accompanied by abnormalities in movement, sensation, consciousness, mental state, or autonomic nervous system function. The causes of epilepsy are complex and may include colds, overexertion, emotional excitement, injury, irregular medication use, and sleep disorders. Treatment methods are varied, and patients should choose a treatment plan suitable for themselves under the guidance of a professional doctor. It is recommended that patients go to a regular professional epilepsy hospital for examination and treatment.