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Cleft palate
My new born baby has cleft palate, doctor said the nose and mouth is only partially covered, I am worried if this is an issue, is corrective surgery needed or will it get cured with age? Is there any risk of baby asphyxiating?
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Dr. Nitin Lingayat
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11 yrs exp
Pune
Please consult with pediatrician
Urgently need proper feeding technique or some feeder
Eventually need surgery
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