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Suggest Treatment For Microcephaly In Infants
I saw an infant with developmental delay,poor growth and microcephaly.Pregnancy and Perinatal history are normal,no tone abnormality and no seizures.Cranial CT showed fronto-temporal atrophy. Any clues about the diagnosis and helpful hints on the management will be appreciated.
Fri, 20 Jun 2014
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Regarding diagnosis - it could be a genetic mediated or congenital microcephaly.
Regarding management - he may get benefitted with physiotherapy and stimulative programs like play therapy and stimulating.
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Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
Regarding diagnosis - it could be a genetic mediated or congenital microcephaly.
Regarding management - he may get benefitted with physiotherapy and stimulative programs like play therapy and stimulating.
Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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