Patient's question:
Our son is 4 years old. His head is bigger than that of most children and is almost the same size as an adult's head. Everything else about him is normal, just like other kids. My mother-in-law said that his father's head was also bigger when he was young, and it's genetic. I feel like my son's really big head could affect his intelligence, right?Doctor's answer:
Hello, one reason for a child's large head is genetics, and another possibility is a calcium deficiency.Suggested advice: Nutritional deficiencies can also cause a child's head to be relatively large, especially leading to a square-shaped skull. It's best to take the child to the hospital for a check-up to determine whether it's due to genetics, malnutrition, or metabolic issues. An endocrinology department would be appropriate for this.