Question
A child of about eight or nine months old underwent a physical examination at three months, where the doctor discovered an abnormality on the forehead. This year, the child went to Hangzhou, Shanghai, and other places for a comprehensive check-up and was diagnosed with cerebellar malformation accompanied by epilepsy. The child has had this condition since fetal development, and the parents are asking whether there is still hope for a cure?
Answer
Epilepsy is a chronic condition that, if not properly controlled, may persist for years or even decades. Therefore, some epilepsy patients hold a pessimistic attitude towards recovery. It must be pointed out that the majority of epilepsy patients have a good prognosis, but in some cases, epilepsy may be difficult to control and have an unsatisfactory prognosis. Patients should maintain an optimistic attitude, build confidence in overcoming the disease, and persist in long-term treatment. Consider stopping medication only after the condition has been alleviated for some time.