The Epilia Counseling Board: An Online Companion for Epilepsy Treatment

Background Since 2003, Epilia has provided online personalized consultations for patients with epilepsy and their families. Methods More than 5,000 questions from the past 19 years were reviewed analyzed to investigate needs of epilepsy. Results Overall, families asked more themselves, especially under 20 old or in over 60 old. Patients 20s 40s, contrast, The most frequently question type throughout entire period was about antiseizure medication (ASM) administration, followed by ASM adverse events, sleep disorders, surgery, menstruation/pregnancy/lactation. Questions regarding surgery herbal medicines/red ginseng tended decrease years. stress, mood disorders/anxiety nutritional supplements have increased In 2021, vaccination reached peak, which can probably be attributed introduction coronavirus disease 2019 vaccinations. Conclusions This study revealed significant unmet among families, indicating a lack individualized outside clinics. Ongoing efforts are essential furnish these individuals necessary information manage daily lives effectively. Key words: Epilepsy; Remote consultation.