Question
How should pediatric intracranial infections be treated?
Answer
I recommend consulting the pediatric neurology department at Peking University First Hospital. Based on the information you provided, intracranial infection can be confirmed, and I personally lean towards the possibility of purulent bacteria. Children with encephalitis are prone to developing hydrocephalus and other sequelae. Since the child has been treated with antibiotics during the illness, it may not be possible to identify the specific bacteria causing the infection. Regarding elevated white blood cell counts, this is a common symptom of respiratory infections. It is also necessary to investigate other underlying diseases to determine their presence.