Question
Illness Description: The patient experienced two seizures at the age of one. Each seizure occurred after falling and hitting the head. There were no pre-seizure symptoms, and during the seizure, the patient’s hands were clenched, their eyes glazed over, and upon waking, they wanted to sleep. Past treatment and results: On July 26, the patient went to a children’s hospital for an examination but no symptoms were found. On August 4, after falling and hitting the head, the patient had four seizures in two days. They were hospitalized for a week. A brain electrography was performed. The doctor diagnosed it as epileptic symptoms and prescribed valproate and a certain oral syrup. What help is sought: The doctor said that the medication should be taken for 3-5 years without interruption, and regular check-ups are necessary. Is it possible to take Chinese medicine for this disease, and is there a possibility of recovery?
Answer
Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is a common form of epilepsy that can be caused by genetic factors. The condition is characterized by myoclonic jerks in the limbs or trunk, which can be accompanied by other seizure types. Treatment options for juvenile myoclonic epilepsy include medication to control seizures, such as valproate, and in some cases, surgery may be considered if medication fails to control seizures adequately.