10 Hydrocephalus Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #7: Failure to Thrive
Failure to thrive refers to the faltering weight that can be seen in children and infants. It indicates there is either inappropriate weight loss or insufficient weight gain. The child often has a low rate of increasing weight or low weight when compared to the majority of their peers.
Causes of failure to thrive include cystic fibrosis, celiac disease, anemia, cleft palate, hydrocephalus and more. Factors that contribute to failure to thrive in those with hydrocephalus include vomiting, difficulty feeding, excessive sleepiness, and irritability.
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