Question
I had meningitis when I was young, and three years ago, I started experiencing symptoms of epilepsy, including strange eye movements, whole-body convulsions, foaming at the mouth, and sometimes fainting. I would like to ask whether traditional Chinese medicine can treat pediatric epilepsy?
Answer
Based on the described situation, the efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine in treating epilepsy is not very apparent. It is recommended to combine it with Western medicine treatment. It is suggested to visit the neurology department or epilepsy specialty department of a regular three-level A hospital, and to take medication correctly under the guidance of a professional doctor. Regular check-ups are also necessary. Patients with epilepsy need to take medication for a long time to control symptoms. Daily diet should pay attention to nutrition, avoid excessive stimulation and shock, avoid overtime work and drinking, avoid long hours of watching TV, avoid overeating and feasting, and avoid drinking tea, coffee, and chocolate.