Patient's question:
At 19 months, my baby is squatting in front of me and suddenly stands up. The soft spot on top of her head hits my chin. The area where it was hit is red and has a small indentation. I'm worried if this will interfere with my baby's intellectual and brain development. I'm very anxious and look forward to your reply.Onset time: Examination results:
Doctor's answer:
The anterior fontanelle of a child is about 1.5-2.0 centimeters at birth, and it gradually decreases as the skull grows and develops. After 6 months, it begins to ossify and shrink, and it usually closes around 1-1.5 years of age. Your baby is already 19 months old, and if the growth and development are normal, the anterior fontanelle should have already closed.It's normal for the area where it's touched to be slightly red. If it really has a depression as you mentioned, it's recommended to have a thorough examination at the hospital. If necessary, a brain CT scan may be required (the cost would be over 200). However, how much force does a child exert when they suddenly stand up? It should be absolutely fine.