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What can cause a 6month old soft spot to bulge with low grade fever?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends on situation: If it bulges when baby is upright, it can mean excess pressure has built up in the head & is a reason to go in & have baby checked. Normally hydrated infants can bulge laying down and or during fussy periods.
Answered 8/31/2017
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Recheck in sitting: The anterior fontanelle, so called soft spot, should be felt in sitting position. Feeling a pulsation at soft spot is normal. If soft spot is truly bulging, infant has to be evaluated by primary care doctor.
Answered 8/22/2012
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