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Head circumference 31.5 born at 37 weeks
Baby born at 37.2 weeks weight 2.5 kg with FGR and head circumference is 31.5 and after 30 days HC was 34.5 and at 40 days 35.5 cm weight 4 kg is this normal or anything to worry about growth scan report before delivery was attached
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At 37 weeks , HC is generally 33-35 cm … 31.5 cm is small for 37 weeks
HC will increase 2 cm / month for first 3 months
So at 1 month .. expected HC is 33.5 cm
Weight is appropriate
But baby should be evaluated for rapid HC increase if measurement at birth and subsequent visits are accurate..
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If vomiting , downward eyes, delayed milestones , get USG (head) done …
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Monitor HC every 15-30 days with pediatrician
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Dr. Noureen Sadaf
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Kota
Baby’s growth is appropriate. weight gain and head circumference are normal and reassuring; continue exclusive breastfeeding and routine follow-up, no cause for concern at present.
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