A member asked:

Noticed blue veins on my 5w baby's right side of the head that feel dented to the touch. i'm scared because i don't know what they are. please explain?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Newborn head: The veins are easy to see and feel on a newborns head. Also, the head can be misshapen fro the trip down the birth canal. This does not sound like anything to worry about. But for your piece of mind, have your pediatrician examine the baby.

Answered 8/21/2014

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