How to deal with mild external hydrocephalus in a 6-month-old baby

Patient's question:

She said hydrocephalus would absorb on its own, and many children have underdeveloped brains. I said that doing infant exercises with the baby wouldn't work because his feet can't support tightly, and the doctor said not to force the baby. Listening to her, it seems like everything is fine, but I want to ask, what is the actual condition of my baby? Is it serious?

Doctor's answer:

The formation of hydrocephalus. Therefore, it can affect all aspects of cerebrospinal fluid metabolism. It can cause cerebrospinal fluid to increase more than normal. Thus, some symptoms may appear. Some children. The head circumference increases significantly without other symptoms, much more obvious than their peers; some may compress brain tissue, leading to developmental delays. Treatment methods. There are medical treatments and surgical treatments. Medical treatment involves nourishing the brain and nerves, which can be combined with rehabilitation training; it is generally needed for children aged 2-3. If parents feel that development is still not normal, continuing rehabilitation training is also beneficial for the child.

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