Question
My baby is two months and ten days old. A few days ago, they had a fever and went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said they have encephalitis and also have a small amount of effusion. Now the child is in the intensive care unit, and they haven’t been allowed to see their child for several days. The whole family is very worried. Can anyone tell me if my son can recover?
Answer
A two-month-old baby is generally more susceptible to purulent meningitis. Aggressive anti-infection treatment is usually recommended, lasting 10 to 14 days, with some cases extending up to 21 days. There may be residual symptoms, such as subdural effusion, hydrocephalus, ventriculitis, intellectual disability, epilepsy, visual impairment, etc. It depends on the severity of the diagnosis by the doctor. If it’s a severe case of meningitis, it may lead to neurological damage and developmental disorders in the nervous system. After neurological damage to the brain, it can trigger many developmental disabilities in organs and limbs. It’s crucial to receive proper treatment.