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Head lag ..
Hi, my son will complete 6 months this April.
He rolls over, keeps his neck high, can sit with support.
However he still has a head lag. Done the head lag test where , tried to pick him via thumbs, his neck still gobbles behind the shoulder.
I am worried, please guide what can be done
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By six months of age head control must be complete. It is necessary for the acquisition other milestones. if your son has still not attained head control, he will require a complete neurological examination . please take him to Pediatric consult in person.
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Is there any perinatal event like delayed cry or premature or difficult labour ??? Child will get the complete head holding between 5 to 6 months of age. If he sits with support and roll over by herself there should be no developmental delay, u can for wait for 1 month.
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If u r really worried than go for developmental assessments with pediatric Neuro physiotherapist and start with exercise suggested by Physio
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You must come and consult
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Mild head lag / wobbling may be present at 6 months age. You mentioned that child can sit with support & can keep head high which are good signs.
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You should consult your Paediatrician for developmental assessment
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Dr. Madhusmita Somray
Pediatrician
31 yrs exp
Delhi
If he cam sit with support and actually do all the other things you say , then motor milestones are normal . Head may still wobble a bit during sudden movements . That is normal . So keep a watch and consult your pediatrician for complete developmental assessment . Watch for other milestones like smiling , vocalisation , cooing , his hand movements etc .
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Detailed consultation with your paediatrician
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Never try to pull up a child by thumb or hand . it can dislocate the elbow . Always put hands under the armpits to lift up a child .
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Dr. Suptotthitaa Naskar
Pediatrician
13 yrs exp
Kolkata
If your baby had an uneventful birth and is sitting with support by now,it is unlikely that he has a head lag.Get a checkup done by your Peadiatrician once the COVID crisis is over for a developmental assessment.
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