Patient's question:
Mom's head hit the baby's fontanelle, creating a large. Can it recover? Will it affect intelligence and language function? It happened two days ago. The baby used to be very talkative and cheerful, but has been quieter and less talkative recently. Is it related to the impact of the accident?Doctor's answer:
The anterior fontanelle is a diamond-shaped opening in the center of the front part of the infant's head, with a cross-shaped suture. It usually gradually enlarges around six months of age and typically closes by one and a half years at the latest. If the child accidentally gets injured, as long as there are no symptoms of increased intracranial pressure such as altered mental state, vomiting, or dry retching, no treatment is needed. If the child appears to have an abnormal mental state, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for a doctor's examination. I hope this is helpful to you.