Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Skinny Limbs And Swelling Behind The Eyes?
We have a 20 month old grandchild whose head seems unusually heavy when we pick him up. The child was slow to walk (18 months) and lower limbs are "skinny", often has difficulty keeping eyes open--seems to be swelling around or behind eyes...what might cause this kind of symptom and what can we do to help?
Fri, 14 Aug 2015
You should urgently take him to his paediatrician. He may be having some internal brain or other tissue-related problems. This is because he has a large/heavy head, some physical delay of milestones and has difficulty in keeping his eyes open.
A fluid collection inside the brain, known as hydrocephalus, may cause irreversible damage if not treated urgently.
A fluid collection inside the brain, known as hydrocephalus, may cause irreversible damage if not treated urgently.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....