How Long Should a Baby Stop Shaking Their Head?

A 6-month-old baby cannot lift its head, can roll over, and has normal appetite, but occasionally shakes. How long should the baby’s head stop shaking? It might be caused by a calcium deficiency. Treatment may involve oral calcium gluconate and other medications, along with enhanced nutrition. Avoiding faddy diets and consuming a variety of vitamin-rich foods is essential.
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How Long Should Antiepileptic Medication Be Taken After Cholesteatoma Surgery?

A patient visited the hospital due to an epilepsy seizure and was diagnosed with cholesteatoma on the right temporal lobe of the brain. The recovery after surgery was good, except for one seizure in September 2017, and no further seizures have occurred since then. The patient asks the doctor, how long should this antiepileptic medication be continued? Additionally, there was no increase in meningeal effusion during the review at the end of last year, and there were no signs of recurrence of the cholesteatoma.
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How Long Should I Continue Taking Antiepileptic Medication After Cholesteatoma Surgery?

A patient visited the hospital due to a seizure and was diagnosed with cholesteatoma on the right temporal region of the skull. The recovery after surgery was good, except for one seizure in September 2017. The follow-up examination showed no increase in intracranial effusion and no signs of recurrence of cholesteatoma. Doctor, how long should I continue taking this antiepileptic medication? What is the recommended frequency for follow-up visits and examinations?
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How Long Should One Take Hormones for Facial Paralysis?

Patients with facial paralysis often experience spontaneous remission without hormone treatment. The main treatment methods include nutritional nerve medications combined with acupuncture and other tonifying therapies. Hormone treatments have relatively minor side effects, but it is recommended to use them under a doctor’s guidance and to gradually increase the dosage based on individual circumstances. Facial paralysis treatment requires comprehensive evaluation, with the main medications being dexamethasone or prednisone, administered either intravenously or orally.
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