Patient's question:
Recently, I've been working overtime every day, which has led to my health deteriorating. I often have insomnia, and my appetite is getting worse day by day. I don't know when the anterior fontanelle of my child became full, but now I'm very worried it might be hydrocephalus. Can the treatment be covered by medical insurance?Doctor's answer:
During infancy, the diagnosis of hydrocephalus is characterized by abnormal enlargement of the head, with head circumference being disproportionately large for the age being the primary sign. Regular measurement of an infant's head circumference can help in the early detection of hydrocephalus, enabling prompt diagnosis and treatment before typical signs appear. Typical signs include a large head with a small face, drooping eyes, and often strabismus. The scalp appears shiny and tight, with dilated forehead veins and abnormal progressive widening of the fontanelles and sutures. In addition to intellectual developmental delay, because of the subtle changes that occur day by day, parents may not notice the abnormal signs. The issue with health insurance depends on the hospital, so it is recommended to inquire at the hospital.