Hi, I am a her of new born baby boy of 70 days. We had a ultrasound of his head in a normal body check up in Russian, 10 days back. And get to knew that he has extra Cerebrospinal fluid in his head. We do not know the normal baby s measurements of ventricle and fluid quantity. Russian Dr. suggested us to get the treatment for Hydrocephalus. We again get the ultrasound done here in Delhi, India and consulted with pediatrician. He said that sizes of ventricle & head are normal. Hight of baby at the time of birth 56 cm & Weight 4.4 kg Present Hight of baby 67cm & Weight 6.7 kg Please Suggest.
Hi, What is more important to know for me is the present head circumference of the baby. If it was normal at birth, by 70 days I expect around 38 CMS. Anyhow, the pediatrician you last met has seen the baby and said the head size and repeat USG is normal-so no need to worry now. Just see the doctor after 3 months to measure the head size once again. It's common to have some minor abnormality in ultrasound taken soon after birth, and becoming normal when repeated after 68 weeks-nothing to worry here. Anyhow, I advise you to closely watch your baby gaining milestones- if you feel any delay in attainment, get back to your doctor. Regarding the treatment (which you need not worry now), it depends on the cause and findings on MRI brain, but usually consists of a procedure called shunting(VP shunt)Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.