Boys almost lost their lives because the subjective parents thought only a common headache

Mr. LVA (live in Duc Hoa, Long An) said that before he was admitted to the hospital, the baby LQH (13 years old, his son A) had a fever, headache for 3 days but he still went to school regularly, until the 4th day, the fever was high and painful A lot of head, a lot of vomiting and stiffness of arms and legs. 'When the child was taken to a local hospital by the family, he was drowsy, not in contact. Too much, our family moved her to the City Children's Hospital. Listening to the doctors here said I was in a coma due to severe cerebral edema, I was put on a breathing tube, I was still unsteady, 'said Mr. A.

Immediately after receiving the patient, the doctors here conducted emergency CT scans and diagnostic ultrasound. Clinical results show that H baby has a large amount of subdural pus, brain compression and right ventricular collapse. Doctors consulted for Neurological kip to decide to have an emergency surgery to remove and drain the pus, and at the same time open the skull to relieve the pressure.

'Opening the skull is an indication to deal with the problem because the part of the brain that is injected into the healthy brain makes the blood unable to feed the brain causing more and more severe brain damage. In cases of severe traumatic brain injury or CNS infection and cerebral edema, loss of skull or skull damage, hematopoietic injury should remove a part of the skull to relieve edema. The brain fits like a boiled rice, forced to remove the lid to dry rice, the skull is the same, 'the doctors said.

After stable surgery, BV's intensive care department continued to conduct cerebrospinal fluid examination, the result of the child's cerebrospinal fluid such as young coconut water, 4-5 times higher protein in the average child. Usually, leukocytes fill up the cerebrospinal fluid . Baby has been used special antibiotics that can penetrate the meninges with higher doses than normal, long-term intravenous infusion, complicated postoperative postoperative neurological monitoring close, complete CT scans after surgery. After nearly two weeks of treatment, pus is saved, the incision is completely stable. I am awake, aware of my parents, weak limbs that are gradually functioning again and are practicing positive physiotherapy. However, the Department of Infectious Disease must be treated and monitored.

The statement of doctors said this is an extremely dangerous case by early onset and rapid neurological symptoms, the risk of death is rapid if not handled promptly.

According to experts, pus meningitis (VMNM) is a meningococcal infection caused by pathogens capable of producing pus (mainly some types of bacteria) into the meninges. As one of the common diseases in children, especially at the age of under 5 years, the mortality rate and high sequelae. The three most common types of bacterial meningitis are: pneumococcus (Streptococcus pneumonia); H. influenza (Haemophilus influenza); Meningococcus (Neisseria meningitidis). Particularly in the common stage of pathogenic bacteria are: Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes, B.streptococcus. In addition, many other types of bacteria and fungi can also be a cause of VMN but less common and often occur in patients with immunodeficiency, bacteremia.

How to prevent meningitis

Vaccination

The most effective way to prevent meningitis is vaccination. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends vaccination of meningitis at age 11 or 12, then re-vaccination at ages 16 to 18. Your risk of meningitis will be higher between the ages of 16 and 21 and when living in neighborhoods close to others, such as in college dormitories. If you are in college and live in a dormitory, make sure you have been vaccinated. Meningococcal vaccine is also recommended if you are entering the military, traveling or planning to live in a country where bacterial meningitis is occurring.

Vaccination of measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox can also help prevent diseases that can lead to meningitis.

Wash your hands clean

Like cold and flu viruses, viruses and bacteria that cause meningitis can be in your hands and mouth. You can prevent meningitis from spreading by washing your hands, especially after you use the bathroom, change diapers, or after being in crowded places, coughing and sneezing. Use clean water, preferably under running water, soap and thorough washing of both sides of your hands, fingers and fingers. Rub your hands together for at least 20 seconds then rinse and dry dry with a clean towel or let it dry naturally.

Enhance the immune system

When infected, your immune system will work and fight it. A healthy immune system can help prevent infections from viruses and bacteria that cause meningitis. Keep your immune system healthy by eating a healthy diet - including fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins - and by exercising regularly. Also, be sure to get a healthy, full sleep.

Good overall health care becomes more important if you are having a chronic disease that harms your immune system, or you are using immunodeficiency medications.

Prompt examination and treatment

If you have been in close contact with someone with bacterial meningitis, you should see your doctor. Your doctor will examine, diagnose and treat you with the appropriate method. Depending on the diagnosis, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics if you have bacterial meningitis. Antiviral drugs can be used if you have viral meningitis. In addition, anti-inflammatory drugs and supportive treatment may be applied.

Remember, going to the doctor in time will help you get the best treatment.

Do not share personal belongings

Meningitis can be spread when you come into contact with respiratory or throat secretions - saliva, sputum, nasal mucus - of an infected person, through kissing or sharing personal items. You can prevent the spread of meningitis by not sharing items that contain secretions, such as drinking cups, water bottles, straws, silverware, toothbrushes, lipsticks or lipsticks. balls, and cigarettes.

Keep distance from sick people

The bacteria found in nasal and throat secretions can also be spread through coughing and sneezing. You can get meningitis if you are near people who are sick because of direct contact with these secretions.

If someone has a respiratory infection, keep a minimum distance of 1 meter. Similarly, when you cough or sneeze, bow your head into your elbow so you sneeze into your sleeve and not spread far, then wash your hands. Note that bacterial meningitis is not easily contagious. You won't get meningitis simply by breathing in the air where a friend or family member is sick.