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Cephalohematoma occurs in a newborn child due to the rupture of a blood vessel. It is a birth injury that affects the child's head. It is a harmless mass and may dissolve eventually.

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My son has cephalohematoma after forceps delivery. Will it ever go?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cephalohematoma after forceps delivery is very common, but cannot remain up to 5 years.

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