2023-04-24 06:43:00
The child had a fever, vomiting and lethargy for several days. The parents only suspected that he had gastritis, but the doctor was shocked to have meningitis. The doctor suggested 3 ways to observe.
Foreign news agencies reported Medical cases to be aware of and pay attention to if there is a young child living at home. A seemingly common illness could be a sign of a serious illness you didn’t expect.
According to reports, the 5-year-old boy had a fever, vomiting and lethargy for several days. The parents thought it was gastroenteritis. Until the child loses consciousness and is unable to move continuously, then goes to the hospital to see a doctor. which the doctor diagnosed that A little boy has meningitis.
Dr. Huang Xiwei, a pediatric emergency department physician, explains:Meningitis is caused by bacteria or viruses that spread to the brain and spinal cord, causing infection. Common symptoms include headache, nausea, and loss of appetite. Importantly, it is the most serious infectious disease in children. It is also relatively easy to develop but difficult to diagnose.
Dr. Huang Xiwei reminds 3 ways to identify signs of meningitis Parents should observe their child’s symptoms and seek medical attention as soon as possible if they have similar symptoms. The early symptoms of meningitis are easily confused with colds. If not treated in time Neurological symptoms may follow.
- persistent severe headache which cannot be alleviated by medication and severe pain persists even after the fever subsides
- fainting – Inability to communicate normally, sluggish, drowsy, or often falls asleep
- Repeated nausea but no abdominal pain Diarrhea and other gastrointestinal problems, but still vomiting
Treatment for meningitis differs according to the nature of the pathogen. Dr. Huang Xiwei explains that for viral meningitis, Palliative treatment is generally the main treatment. If the infection is more serious Antiviral drugs or immunoglobulins will be used for treatment.
Bacterial meningitis is a serious, infectious disease that requires antibiotic treatment for at least a week. If symptoms do not improve, treatment can be extended for another 2 to 4 weeks. Y also warned that because meningitis is an infectious disease, It is transmitted through the air or secretions from the patient’s nose and throat. Or fecal-oral, so after the treatment is gone. Therefore, care must be taken to prevent re-infection.
However, according to the report ofPhyathai Hospital Meningitis can be prevented with vaccines, can be started in children aged 2, 4, 6 months and boosted at 12-15 months of age, along with preventive measures: “Eat hot food, use serving spoons, wash hands”, avoid taking children in crowded place
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