Question
My sister was 5 or 6 years old when she had 2 or 3 seizures a year. A brain MRI showed everything was normal! But now I think it might have been childhood epilepsy. Because for 3 or 4 years there haven’t been any more seizures, I want to ask if a baby’s epilepsy will improve as they grow up?
Answer
Epilepsy can be broadly categorized into primary and secondary types. Long-term seizures can cause damage to the brain, including memory loss, decreased intelligence, and negative psychological effects. These impacts may not be immediately noticeable, but the longer the course of the disease, the more pronounced the effects become. Whether an individual’s epilepsy improves with age depends on various factors, including the type of epilepsy, the treatment situation, and personal genetic characteristics. Therefore, this requires the evaluation of a professional doctor and an individualized treatment plan.