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Microcephaly: born at 35wk, is 10mos now. hgt, wgt 10th, head 2nd percentile, all since birth. can he catch up? any issues if he remains on this curve
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It is important to : Try to determine the cause of your son's microcephaly ; growth restriction. To do so, a developmental/behavioral pediatrician reviews your prenatal, labor ; delivery records ; your son's nursery ; primary care records, performs physical, neurological ; neurodevelopmental exams ; orders any needed tests. Ma's excellent early intervention program assesses development ; provides therapy, if needed.
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FAILURE to THRIVE?: Some kids are slow in growing up. Please give a lot of love aside from proper nutrition.
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