Question
My child has epilepsy, and I am concerned about its long-term impact on their health. How long does it take to get better with treatment?
Answer
Although most pediatric benign epilepsy cases eventually resolve on their own, this does not mean that treatment is unnecessary. The probability of spontaneous recovery is low, and during this period of rapid brain development, abnormal electrical activity in the brain may cause damage to and death of neurons, which can affect brain function development and lead to problems such as memory impairment, difficulty concentrating, emotional instability, intellectual decline, and weakened social skills. Therefore, parents should not be complacent and should take their children for timely and proper treatment.