Question
A child with epilepsy who is on medication treatment has not had a seizure for a year and is reviewed every three months. Why is it necessary to check blood and urine regularly during these reviews?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for epilepsy in both domestic and international medical practice is medication therapy. With regular anti-epileptic drug treatment, about 70% of epilepsy patients can control their seizures, with 50% to 60% of patients achieving remission within 2 to 5 years and being able to work and live like normal people. Therefore, rational and standardized anti-epileptic medication therapy is key.