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Anterior fontanelle not closed yet
Hello doctor,
I have a 16 months old baby girl. Weighs 9 kgs and active. She still has a coin size anterior fontanelle open. I am just worried. Please advice. She is otherwise healthy and super active
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It gets closed as late as 18 months
If it remains opened beyond that , you should get the child evaluated
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
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Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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