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What are symptoms & chances for 9 mths to develop hydrocephalus due to ivh 2-3. head always big 90+ %. normal development, last mri 4 mths normal?
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Very low: One of the most common causes of large head size is genetic. Likely his parents or other relatives wear big hats. A normal MRI excludes hydrocephalus and normal development confirms the MRI finding. Do not worry.
Answered 9/27/2014
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