Question
Can pediatric epilepsy be completely cured?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric epilepsy typically involves medication to control or minimize seizures and eliminate the cause, thereby reducing brain damage. Studies have shown that regular medication can alleviate symptoms in 70% to 80% of patients within 5 years, with about half of the patients able to discontinue medication completely. For intractable epilepsy that does not respond to medication, some patients can achieve cure through surgery.