Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Autism in 4 month?
Hello doctor, my baby is 4 months old girl. She keeps on scratching her head (pulling and leaving her hair opening and closing fingers on hair) specially when shes sleepy or when noone is near or talking to her. is this repetative behaviour normal??also she dosnt grab toys if i give in her hand she throws them within 10 seconds.
She smiles when someone smiles at her.
She holds her head and rolls to one side and from back to front
pushes things away from her legs and wants to stand all time.
talks too much (agu)
likes to be held and played with and makes good eye contact.
still dosent make gesture to come to parents
IS THIS NORMAL OR SIGN OF AUTISM?
Answers (6)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Too early to label the child as autistic.
Don't self diagnose, consult your pediatrician
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+120
Consult a pediatrician
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
She is only 4 months old. I think you are reading too much into her behaviour. Our first job should be to confirm that her behaviour at the age of 4 months actually needs treatment.
Next Steps
Please consult a Neuro Paediatrician on Practo .( Dr Saurabh Chopra)
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Consultation with a paediatrician is advisable
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Please consult a pediatrician
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Consult pediatrics
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.