Patient's question:
An 8-year-old child had a headache in June 2013. Hospital tests revealed hydrocephalus. They have taken traditional Chinese medicine and had acupuncture, but it hasn't been effective—the headache persists. It occurs daily, sometimes 3-4 times, and sometimes 5-6 times. Can it be stopped?Doctor's answer:
Hydrocephalus in children, also known as pediatric hydrocephalus, is primarily treated with surgical intervention. For patients with significantly elevated intracranial pressure before surgery, dehydration and intracranial pressure reduction treatments can be used. Symptomatic treatment, infection prevention, and neurotrophic support are also part of the management.