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Flat head 5 months old

2025-09-05 05:53:33
My son is 5 months old.his head is slightly flat on left side.otherwise he is very active &playful achieved milestone perfectly. Is this cause for concern or not ?
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A slightly flat head on one side in a 5-month-old baby is usually due to positional plagiocephaly and is generally not a cause for concern if the baby is otherwise healthy and meeting milestones. For further information contact me on Practo or WhatsApp number (84960595 six five )

Answered2025-09-05 13:42:01

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