Is this a flat head problem?

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My son is 5and half months old .. please check the pic and tell me if he has a flat head at back . Can't roll back Has Sort of stable neck( not fullystable) while put on shoulder Can't sit without support Please check his pictures ..and suggest me what can I do about it He mostly like lieing on his back and likes leg bycling .

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Dr. S. T. Pushpam

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore

Hi, Yes he as flat head but it is normal for the age. His development too is normal. Nothing to worry

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Dr. Chandrasekhar Velchuri Pediatrician 7 yrs exp Vijayawada Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Chandrasekhar Velchuri

Pediatrician 7 yrs exp Vijayawada

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Head flat because of he is comfortable only lying on his back. It get back to normal after frequently changing position of baby.

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you can wait for 1more month to sit without support. Your picture shows good head control.