Question
I’m not sure if having epilepsy will affect my fertility plan. A week ago, I underwent an EEG at a major hospital, and the results showed an issue, leading to a diagnosis of epilepsy. What is the likelihood of male epilepsy being passed down genetically through generations?
Answer
The likelihood of epilepsy being passed down genetically through generations is usually not high, and it needs to be determined based on the specific condition. There is an association between epilepsy and genetic transmission across generations, but not all cases of epilepsy are caused by genetic transmission. For instance, epilepsy caused by inflammation or injury does not involve genetic transmission.