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My premature baby is now at 8 weeks adjusted age. he has clenched fists and curled toes most of the time, he is stiff yet floppy should i worry yet?
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Mgt/workup: I would recommend reviewing his NICU records with your provider. If there was a Head Ultrasound it may reveal findings which can contribute to developmental delay. I would suggest a referral to child development and Neurology so that they can make an assessment. Premature infants experience 'catch up' growth and development and you may see improvement as the baby grows and matures.
Answered 6/10/2018
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Sounds normal: Infants often quickly clench their hand to age 4 months and toes to a year. If never unclenched it is abnormal. You are likely to worry to age five just because premi's do that to moms sometimes. Your pediatrician should be monitoring these issues. I routinely sent premi's that early to early childhood programs for closer monitoring.
Answered 7/18/2015
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