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Can a new born baby be born with a hole in the top of his skull?
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Skull abnormality: Yes, it is possible. The neonaologist should consult with a neurosurgeon on proper treatment.
Answered 9/8/2013
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What do you mean ?: The soft spot is a normal feature in most newborns that represents where growth plates of the skull come together over the forehead. It can be very small or the width of a baseball. Occasionally a baby is born where a spot in the skin is an open wound called "cutis aplasia".
Answered 10/26/2015
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