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Baby's head is hotter than body temperat
Hi ,my 5 months baby's head remains hotter than his body temperature.is this normal?he doesn't have fever and also wear breathable cloths.
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Its normal...
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no need to worry
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Normal for babies up to 2 years due to high BMR ( Basal metabolic rate ) as compared to adults
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Don’t worry
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Do watch for axillary temp for fever
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It’s normal due to the open fontanelle
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