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2026-06-20 06:28:45
Hello doctors.. I have 32 weeks pre matured baby. 2 and half months completed now. She is active. She has soft spot in back of the head. Is it normal? Fontanelles on head is normal. But back also there! Is it normal or what ?
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-06-23 11:57:40

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Absolutely normal.

Answered2026-06-22 01:47:52

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It's normal only If baby is active, feeding well No need to worry
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any irritability, bulging over head consultant near by pediatrician

Answered2026-06-21 13:09:20

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Normal

Answered2026-07-18 17:22:00

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Normal only Front spot is called Anterior fontanelle Back side is called posterior fontanelle

Answered2026-06-21 14:54:26

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Yes, a small soft spot at the back of the head (posterior fontanelle) can be normal, especially in preterm babies. If baby is active, feeding well, and the area is not bulging or sunken, there is usually no need to worry. Kindly show it to your pediatrician at the next routine pediatric visit for assessment and confirmation.

Answered2026-06-21 12:30:00

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