Is it normal to have one centimeter growth in head circumference after first 45 days?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
My baby is 45-days-old. His head circumference at birth was 13.39 inches and now it is 14.17 inches. He has not started looking and smiling at me till now. Is it normal?
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I can understand your concern. The rate of increase in head circumference is 0.79 inches per month in the first three months. With this formula, your baby's head circumference is fine. More details of birth history are needed to explain your other doubts.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for the response.
Is my baby's head circumference growth at 0.39 inches per month wrong?
Hello,
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You had mentioned 13.39 inches circumference of the head at birth which is 14.17 inches at one month. This corresponds to a 0.79 inches increase in one month. In case any further clarification is needed, he has to be examined, and more birth details are required.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My baby is 1.5 months old now.
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Was there any birth injury like crying was delayed or ICU (Intensive Care Unit) treatment needed after birth? With insufficient details and lack of direct communication between us, it is not possible to give you a detailed answer. Hence it is advisable to see a pediatrician personally and have him checked up. Update me with further details.
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I wanted to know if it is the normal value for 1.5 months old baby.
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It is less than normal at 14.57 inches. However, provide me with the details I have asked for. Was it normal delivery and did the baby cry immediately after delivery?
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had a normal delivery, and the baby did cry after delivery.
Hello,
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The baby needs to be thoroughly examined for latent infection by testing C-reactive protein (CRP) and other blood tests like culture. I have a feeling that your measurement of head circumference could be incorrect. Have the baby examined by the pediatrician. I hope this helps.
Thank you.
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