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My 6 month old baby boy has a very hot head and he sweats a lot. i checked with doctor he says its normal. but i m worried.is it normal?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Check: Check his temperature in his bottom. If this is normal, make sure his environment is cool. Babies generally sweat to remove excess heat from their bodies. All the best.

Answered 6/30/2015

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It happens: A babies head is often about 20% of their body surface compared to 5% in adults.When their body wants to release extra metabolic heat, it usually goes to the skin surface, and the head is an easy outlet. What you are finding is normal for a little kid.

Answered 9/22/2016

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