Question
When standing, one foot is on the ground while the other foot’s toe touches the ground. After consulting with a doctor, I was recommended to undergo treatment at a brain palsy rehabilitation center for three months. Now, I can sit for a short while and stand with both feet, but not for long, and there’s a bit of an out-toe stance. Intellectually, everything is fine; I can express when I see something I want. Do I still need treatment?
Answer
External hydrocephalus refers to an increase in subarachnoid cerebrospinal fluid, where there is an excessive amount of fluid in the space between the skull and brain tissue. There is a small amount of fluid in the subarachnoid cavity. If there are pathological conditions such as meningitis, inflammation, or hemorrhage, it may lead to an increase in cerebrospinal fluid, causing effusion. Additionally, when the frontal lobe degenerates or its function is impaired, secondary cerebrospinal fluid increases as the gap between the brain and skull expands. External hydrocephalus differs from congenital or inflammatory hydrocephalus as it refers to an increase in ventricular effusion.