1.Q: Can people with epilepsy get married? A: In general, as long as the seizures can be controlled or the seizure symptoms are mild and do not affect daily life and work, there is no problem to get married and have children. However, if the seizures are difficult to control, or have been combined with severe mental retardation or mental abnormalities, unable to assume the responsibility of the family, it is not suitable for marriage. 2. Q: Can people with epilepsy have children? A: Except for epilepsy caused by severe hereditary metabolic diseases, epilepsy patients are generally able to get married and have children. The current antiepileptic drugs have little effect on the quality of male sperm, and the probability of fetal malformation caused by pregnancy in female patients taking antiepileptic drugs is not high, but the frequency of seizures may increase during pregnancy in women, and frequent seizures have adverse effects on both the fetus and the mother. Therefore, people with epilepsy can get married and have children, but it is important to consult the relevant doctor for details. 3. Q: Is epilepsy hereditary? A: Epilepsy is generally not directly inherited, but there is a certain tendency to inherit. The proportion of epileptics in the immediate family is slightly higher than in the normal population. 4. Q: What are the dietary considerations for people with epilepsy? A: The diet of epilepsy patients should pay attention to nutritional balance, try to avoid mutton, dog meat and other “fire” food, spicy, stimulating food should also be limited, strong alcohol, strong tea, coffee and other beverages should be prohibited. 5. Q: Can people with epilepsy smoke and drink alcohol? The nicotine and other ingredients in cigarettes are harmful to the human body, and some studies have found a correlation between smoking and epileptic seizures. Excessive alcohol consumption is not beneficial to health, and alcohol increases cortical excitability and increases the risk of seizures. Therefore, people with epilepsy should not smoke or drink alcohol. 6. Q: Can people with epilepsy play computer games? A: The high level of mental tension, excitement, fatigue when playing computer games, and the dirty air in game halls and Internet cafes are all triggers for seizures. Therefore, it is not recommended for people with epilepsy to play computer games, and they should not indulge in them. 7. Q: What kind of work should epileptics not do? A: Epilepsy patients should try to avoid working at height, driving, swimming and other dangerous activities, and need to ensure sufficient sleep and adequate rest. The work should avoid high-intensity physical and mental labor, and it is advisable to engage in work that is not too stressful, comfortable working environment, and a more relaxed work atmosphere. 8. Q: How can epileptic patients overcome low self-esteem? A: Due to the traditional concept and lack of awareness, there are often misconceptions about epilepsy patients such as fear and discrimination. The first step to overcome the low self-esteem of patients is to start with the understanding of epilepsy. In fact, epilepsy is only a disease state, which is characterized by recurring seizure symptoms, and is no different from normal people when not seizing. It is wrong to equate epilepsy with mental retardation and mental abnormalities. Patients with epilepsy should participate in work and social activities within their ability to enhance their social adaptability. At the same time, they should establish a strong belief in overcoming the disease, choose the right treatment method, and strive to control or cure the seizures.