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Soft ear cartilage

2022-02-23 16:43:36
Hi, My son is 5weeks old. I noticed that cartilage og one ear is softer than the other and the size of softer ear is slightly larger than the other. Will this difference be noticeable when he grows?? Please suggest what to do. Thanks
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Can't comment without examining your baby.

Answered2022-02-24 02:43:03

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