Patient's question:
The child has been born for ten months. When they were first born, they underwent a check-up at the hospital. The doctor said the child had no problems and was very healthy. Now that the child is ten months old, they have been doing well. I just wanted to ask when the child's fontanelle will close?Doctor's answer:
Generally, a child's fontanelle closes between 10 months and 1 week. Some children may close slightly earlier, while others may close a bit later. If the closure is delayed, it is often due to calcium deficiency in the child's body. Therefore, if your baby's fontanelle is closing late, it is important to promptly supplement calcium for your child while also providing vitamin D. In daily life, ensure a diverse diet for your child and get plenty of sunlight exposure to effectively prevent calcium deficiency.