Question
My child has been feeling unwell recently, with symptoms like fever and headache, which might be empyema meningitis. What are the symptoms of this disease, and how is it treated?
Answer
Empyema meningitis is a common brain disorder, often related to a recent history of the common cold. The main symptoms include headache, vomiting, fever, and mental fatigue. The younger the child, the more severe the condition tends to be. Auxiliary examinations usually include abnormal brainwave activity and lumbar puncture. For treatment, if headache symptoms are significant, dehydration therapy can be used to reduce intracranial pressure, along with antiviral fluid replacement therapy.