I am 23 years old female. I have undergone surgery for polycystic astrocytoma four and half years ago. I didn't have any radio therapy treatment. I am continuing levipil 500 tablet twice a day. How long should I continue my medicine? Does the medicine have any side effects? I have heard that while in taking this medicine pregnancy is not encouraged. Are there any complications in my future life?

Dr. Suvendu MajiGeneral Surgeon7yrs exp

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Hi since yu have astrocyyoma and yur only 23 probably yu had a low grade astrocytoma which is common in yur age. Perhaps yu had a gross total resection. Thats y radiotherapy has not been given. However rt is always indicated as it reduces your chances of recurrence. So remain.in follow up with yur doctors. The scar from your sx can cause epilepsy or seizures. So levipil has been given to you. your surgeon n physician will tailor it acordingly. Although long term use might not be justifiable. Levopil as such is safe in low doses however its recommended to take it with caution and in discussion with your gynaecologist.  

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