Patients with traumatic brain injury are sometimes prone to epileptic seizures. In such cases, there is generally no danger to life, but further face-to-face treatment at a hospital is necessary, including a head CT scan to determine if there are any abnormal lesions within the brain. Post-traumatic epilepsy, if well-controlled, will not affect lifespan; however, if poorly controlled and with frequent recurring seizures, it can impact life safety and longevity.
How to treat post-traumatic epilepsy?
Epilepsy is caused by abnormal electrical discharges in the brain, which can manifest as convulsions, foaming at the mouth, loss of consciousness, urinary incontinence, etc. It is related to brain injury and heredity. For epilepsy caused by brain injury, it is recommended to take anti-epileptic drugs in daily life. Carbamazepine and phenobarbital can be taken. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, quit smoking and drinking, and avoid overwork. If the condition cannot be controlled by medication, surgery can be performed at a regular hospital.
Epilepsy following brain injury requires not only treatment of the brain injury but also antiepileptic drugs. The dosage should be gradually increased from a small dose to achieve effective control of seizures with minimal side effects. If this cannot be achieved, partial control is preferable to severe side effects. After brain injury causes epilepsy, treatment should involve traditional antiepileptic drugs or surgery.
Can epilepsy caused by secondary brain injury be cured?
Epilepsy is generally incurable. The disease may be caused by both congenital and acquired factors. Acquired brain damage can cause abnormal discharge of brain neurons, which may lead to short-term loss of consciousness. Early treatment is recommended. Further examination at the hospital is necessary to choose the correct treatment method. The hospital will determine the type of epilepsy. Different types of epilepsy require different medications. It is best to control the disease early to avoid it from worsening. In daily life, it is essential to pay attention to healthy eating habits.
Epilepsy caused by brain injury results in excessive discharge of brain neurons. While treatment can improve brain damage and lead to complete remission in some individuals, if the damaged area cannot recover to normal, the likelihood of a cure is low. Secondary epilepsy caused by trauma is generally difficult to cure.