Meningitis in Infants: Effects and Is the Neck Position Normal?

Question

After an infant gets meningitis, their head circumference increases. Does this affect their health? Is it normal for the neck to slightly tilt backward when held upright?

Answer

It is a normal phenomenon for an infant’s head circumference to increase after they contract meningitis, reflecting the development of the brain and skull. It is also normal for the neck to slightly tilt backward when held upright, as the infant’s head is still in the process of development, and some degree of backward tilt is acceptable within a certain range.