Patient's question:
My son was three days old when he developed a fever and suddenly his jaundice level rose. He was admitted to the baby ward for seven days. Now his temperature is normal, and his jaundice index is also normal. However, the doctors at the hospital said the baby has a slight seizure. They performed an MRI, which showed mild intracranial infection and sepsis in children. Will there be any long-term effects?Doctor's answer:
Most babies with intracranial infections can be completely cured through active and effective treatment. There are no lasting aftereffects, and the condition does not recur. However, severe intracranial infections that are also accompanied by infections or damage to other organs throughout the body may lead to potential aftereffects, especially if there is damage to the nervous system. Children diagnosed with sepsis should be hospitalized for thorough antiviral treatment to promptly and effectively halt the progression of the disease. It is also very important for parents to prevent infant sepsis. In daily life, they must pay close attention to proper care of the baby’s skin and mucous membranes to reduce the risk factors for the disease.