Question
A colleague’s child has been diagnosed with epilepsy and experiences frequent seizures. The colleague is unsure about how to properly administer the antiepileptic medication and worries about the child’s ability to tolerate the treatment.
Answer
Epilepsy is a chronic condition with various types, each requiring different medication treatments. Accurate diagnosis and classification are essential for achieving effective treatment outcomes. Medication treatment needs to be long-term, but it is not a lifelong requirement. It typically takes at least two years from the start of treatment to achieve complete remission without recurrence, which requires patience and cooperation from the patient, family, and doctor.