Patient's question:
My son is now three and a half months old. At 80 days, he had a brain CT which showed external hydrocephalus. He received brain protein injections for 15 days and is doing rehabilitation exercises at home (it may not be done perfectly). He is also doing hydrotherapy at home. I don't know if this approach can help resolve the hydrocephalus.Doctor's answer:
Hello! External hydrocephalus is a relatively special type of hydrocephalus, also known as benign hydrocephalus or self-limiting hydrocephalus. If the child's growth and development and intelligence are normal, clinical observation is generally the primary approach. However, if your child is experiencing head and neck posterior tilting, it may be due to excessive muscle tone in the lumbar region. In this case, it is recommended to visit the pediatric neurology department of a local hospital for a detailed examination. If it is indeed the cause, early comprehensive rehabilitation treatment should be initiated, with a good prognosis!