Patient's question:
Female, 4 months. Premature baby born at 35.5 weeks weighing 5 pounds 4 ounces. Now at almost 4 months, she still can't lift her head—is that normal? Her head just lies flat, and she can't lift it. She smiles when tickled, knows how to play, and can track objects, but she just can't lift her head. What's going on?Doctor's answer:
Hello, if the child is developing normally, they usually lift their head at around two months old. If a four-month-old child still cannot lift their head, their development is relatively delayed. It is recommended to wait for a period of time, and if there is still no improvement, timely head and MRI examinations should be conducted to check if brain development is normal.According to your consultation, your baby is a premature infant. This is normal, and it is usually possible to improve it within six months. It is recommended to feed the baby on demand, supplement with 400 IU of vitamin D daily, and perform regular massage and gentle touching to encourage more time lying down, thereby promoting the development of gross motor skills.