Question
The newborn’s head swelling has been present for half a month, and it seems to have grown larger. The original left-side area is now expanding towards the right.
Answer
Hello, based on the situation, the child may have congenital hydrocephalus with a progressive worsening trend. This may be caused by a cerebrospinal fluid circulation obstruction, which can affect the child’s development. It is recommended that you take the child to the pediatric neurosurgery department of a children’s hospital. During the treatment process, the doctor may use mannitol to reduce intracranial pressure. To confirm the diagnosis and assess the condition, CT or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be required. This helps to avoid cerebellar malformations and subsequent potential functional impairments and hemiplegia issues.