Question
My mother has recently been experiencing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and a lack of energy. I would like to inquire about the different treatment methods for hydrocephalus.
Answer
The treatment of hydrocephalus involves three methods: medication, surgical treatment, and acupuncture therapy. Medication primarily uses diuretics or dehydration agents to reduce the production of cerebrospinal fluid, which is suitable for early or mild cases. Surgical treatment includes operations to reduce cerebrospinal fluid secretion, relieve ventricular obstruction, and perform cerebrospinal fluid diversion. Acupuncture therapy is a commonly used method in traditional Chinese medicine and has certain therapeutic effects for certain types of hydrocephalus.