My Sister Lived in Constant Fear of Epilepsy for 16 Years — Here’s How Dr. Bokko Finally Changed Her Life
For as long as I can remember, my sister, Mary, had battled epilepsy. It all began when she was just ten years old. We were a simple family in Kisumu, and the first seizure terrified all of us. I still remember that day vividly — she fell suddenly while playing outside, her body trembling uncontrollably, her eyes rolling back, and foam forming at the corner of her mouth. We had no idea what was happening, and the nearest hospital was miles away. That incident marked the beginning of a nightmare that would haunt her for the next sixteen years.
Over the years, her condition became more than just a health challenge; it took over her life completely. She was constantly anxious, fearing the next seizure at school, at home, or even in public. Simple things that most of us take for granted, like walking to the market or attending social gatherings, became monumental obstacles. Mary’s confidence deteriorated, and she became withdrawn. Even when she tried to attend school or pursue her hobbies, the stigma of epilepsy followed her everywhere. People would stare or whisper, and some outright avoided her.
We tried everything we could think of. We visited local hospitals, consulted general practitioners, tried the medications they prescribed, and even experimented with herbal remedies suggested by well-meaning friends and relatives. Some medications helped reduce the frequency of seizures, but none offered a permanent solution. There were days when Mary would have multiple seizures in one day, leaving her exhausted and demoralized. Watching her suffer for years was heart-wrenching. I often cried silently at night, wondering if there would ever be hope for her.
