Positional Plagiocephaly

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Hello Sir /Mam My son 7months old has flat head on right side, with forehead bossing, slight misalignment-ears and not much noticeable eye size. Will the shape of skull correct itself? will this cause anyother problem in future? what are the treatment options available in India? Thankyou.

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Dr. C P Ravi Kumar Pediatric Neurologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. C P Ravi Kumar

Pediatric Neurologist 25 yrs exp Bangalore

Hello Madam Your description means - head shape, eye shape is unusual. Hence it is important to meet a paediatrician and neurologist, there may be a reason why the shape is not normal. By 7 months child should be rolling and head shape should not be abnormal on any side.

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Meet Paediatrician or neurologist

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Earlier someone assess the baby for development and head shape, better the outcome