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Plagiocephaly (flat head)
Hello sir/ma'am
My son is having a flat spot(Plagiocephaly) from right side from the age of 3months. I tried repositioning his head but didn't work much.
I've consulted pediatrician also regarding this when he was of 11months but Dr said it will be cure by itself at the age of 2years. But he is having the same flat head, now he is going to be 2years next month.
I'm much worried & tensed because of his flat head and afraid of going through surgical procedure. Please guide and give genuine solution that could helpful for my son.
I'm attaching his head picture, Please look forward.
Thank you!
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In most cases, brain growth and development are normal, and the flatness is only cosmetic. No impact on brain development, intelligence, speech, or motor skills.
As hair grows and the child becomes upright most of the day, it becomes less noticeable.
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Helmet therapy is usually not effective or recommended after 18 months, as skull bones have mostly fused.
Surgery is not required unless craniosynostosis is confirmed
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Asymmetry of face or ears, or if associated with developmental delay, refer to pediatric neurologist.
Rule out craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull bones) if head shape is abnormal and not just flat.
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Dr. Santosh Bangar
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Ahmednagar
If development is normal and activity is normal then don't worry...once visit pediatric neurologist for confirmation....no need of any surgery at present
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Dr. Gopal Raut
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Please mention age of the child !!
If she’s older than 2 years it is not likely that it’s be normal ok it’s own
If she’s normal in growth and development there will be no issues
Cosmetic surgery can be tried
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