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Soft spot on baby's head

2019-05-15 16:11:02
Dear Sir, My daughter is 11 months old. The soft spot on my baby's head does not pulsate or throbs all the time. Is this normal? Please advise. Regards Rishika
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That soft spot is called Anterior fontanelle ( medically) closes by 9 to 18 months. In less than 9 months..will be pulsatile. As she is 11 months..Inner table(SKull bone) would have been closed...even though outside seems to be soft. That's the reason it is not pulsatile. DONT Worry. Normal for the child. If you feel large in size and very soft show to local doctor will evaluate.
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normal for the age.

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Check for proper feeding, ensure that baby is gaining weight and has developed normal milestones

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Its normal

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Yes they are normal. Just ensure proper hygiene of baby.

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