Question
Dear doctor, recently, I have noticed an enlargement of the fontanelle on my child. I would like to ask, can hydrocephalus in children be cured?
Answer
Hydrocephalus in children presents with various symptoms. Below is a compilation of all the symptoms of this condition, hoping it will be helpful to you: Compared to adults, the clinical manifestations of hydrocephalus in children differ according to the age of onset. In infants with acute hydrocephalus, symptoms of increased intracranial pressure are usually quite obvious, including fractures of the skull, a full fontanelle, thinning of the scalp, visible scalp veins, and a lively appearance. When the head is exposed to strong light, the skull emits light. Affected children are easily irritable, have a dull expression, poor appetite, and continuously emit short and abnormal cries. The two eyes are in a downward gaze position, and the upper eyelids do not droop. The lower part of the eye balls sink below the eyelid margin, with some corneas located below the temporal margin. The therapeutic prospects for pediatric hydrocephalus depend on multiple factors such as the severity of the condition, the age of the child, and the duration of illness. Early diagnosis and active treatment are crucial. Treatment methods include medication, surgical treatment, and auxiliary therapies. The specific treatment plan should be determined by the doctor based on the child’s specific condition. For some mild cases, medication may be sufficient. However, for severe cases, surgery may be necessary.