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My 23 year old son's forehead and head (skull shape) appear to have changed shape in the past year. in his teens he had a tbi. what could cause this?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Change in head shape: This is abnormal. Should be checked by family doctor.

Answered 11/5/2017

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A member asked:

My 23 year old son's forehead and head (skull shape) appear to have changed shape in the past year. in his teens he had a tbi. what could cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

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