Can epileptics develop uremia?

Patients with epilepsy may develop uremia, but the probability is relatively low. Epilepsy is a chronic brain dysfunction disease caused by abnormal excessive discharge of brain neurons, while uremia is a disease caused by severe impairment of kidney function.

1. Epilepsy:

Epilepsy is a chronic brain dysfunction disease caused by abnormal excessive discharge of brain neurons. The clinical manifestations are mainly characterized by episodic loss of consciousness and generalized convulsions. If epilepsy patients take antiepileptic drugs for a long time, such as carbamazepine tablets, they may cause damage to the liver and kidneys, leading to liver and kidney dysfunction, and then developing into uremia. Therefore, it is recommended that epilepsy patients take antiepileptic drugs under the guidance of doctors and regularly review liver and kidney function.

2. Uremia:

Uremia is a disease caused by severe impairment of kidney function. Clinically, it is mainly manifested as nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fatigue, and other symptoms. If the patient suffers from kidney diseases, such as glomerulonephritis and diabetic nephropathy, it may lead to abnormal kidney function and then develop into uremia. At this time, patients need to go to the hospital in time for dialysis treatment under the guidance of doctors.

Patients with epilepsy may develop uremia, but the probability is relatively low. It is recommended that epilepsy patients should rest well, avoid staying up late and overexertion to avoid worsening the condition. At the same time, they should pay attention to a light diet and avoid spicy and stimulating foods.