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Baby's head one side

2024-06-02 11:43:37
My baby is 5 months old born Jan 4 2024 he is very active holds his head well plays smiles etc everything is good but it's been observed that he holds his head a slightly tilted to one side but he turns all the sides looks everywhere responds when called otherwise holds his head a Lil tilted to one side should i be worried off this?
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Can be normal but it is better to consult physically and may get an eye check up also
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Consult physically

Answered2024-06-03 12:23:51

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It's torticollis / wryneck, usually due to sternocleidomastoid muscle ( neck muscle) shortening
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Usually improves with exercises ( that can be done at home) and positioning things around so baby turns head in all directions
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Kindly connect for proper guidance

Answered2024-06-02 12:12:27

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Consult physically

Answered2024-06-02 11:54:40

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Consider visiting physically

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