Question
A 1-year-9-month-old child had a high fever and convulsion due to hand, foot, and mouth disease on December 6, 2015, and experienced a seizure without fever again on January 21, 2016. Examination found a positive rotavirus response, MRI showed demyelination, and EEG detected a small amount of sharp waves. How should doctors diagnose this condition, and what treatment recommendations do you have? Furthermore, how should traditional Chinese medicine treatment plans be implemented? Thank you for your assistance.
Answer
Hello, there are many types of epilepsy treatment medications available, most of which have antiepileptic effects. However, these drugs can only control seizures by reducing the excitability of neurons in the brain and cannot repair damaged neurons. Long-term use of these drugs can lead to elevated blood drug concentrations, which not only fail to effectively control seizures but may also increase the frequency of seizures. Each seizure can further damage brain cells, and long-term medication can also harm liver cells. It is recommended to seek treatment early and avoid blindly seeking medical attention during emergencies to prevent worsening the condition and increasing the difficulty of future treatment. Currently, the most significant treatment effect is achieved through minimally invasive acupoint blockage…