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3 n half month baby
My baby is 3 n half month old.. today we went for vaccination where all parameters were noted.
HC - 39cm
Weight - 6.1kgs
Height - 64cm
Her birth weight was 3.17kgs other parameters where not noted...
Her doctor Saïd her HC is 15% percentile.. is it normal ?
What can I do to increase ?
Does it affect brain development?
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the baby doesn't hv microcephaly with the above reading, sometimes small head circumference which are of limited concern can occur due to familial smaller head circumference, rest assured and look for other signs and symptoms
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do consult a pediatrician or a development pediatrician.
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u can very well monitor in subsequent visit which will give an idea to the treating pediatrician as well
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