Question
My child is not very active and doesn’t cry or fuss like other children his age. He is unusually quiet. When other children are walking, he still can’t crawl, and he can’t speak very much. We went to the hospital, and the doctor said he has a pediatric brain tumor. How should I care for a child with a brain tumor?
Answer
Brain tumors are a potential issue many children may face, with approximately one-fourth of children with normal intelligence, about half of those with mild to moderate intellectual disability, and about one-fourth of those with severe intellectual disability. When caring for a child, parents should pay attention to the following aspects: 1. Skin care; for brain tumor patients who cannot maintain a sitting position, long periods of bed rest are common. Lying on their sides is suitable for various types of brain tumor patients. To meet the daily needs of brain tumor patients, it is advisable to reduce daytime bed rest, clean urine and feces in a timely manner, keep the skin clean, and prevent acne or other infections. 2. Daily living care; daily activities are basic needs for living, including eating, changing clothes, bathing, and using the toilet.