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Our pediatrician said our baby has a full fontanelle, but that its not bulging and he has no issues in terms of infection or other issues. is this something that should concern us? whats the difference between full and bulging?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Head ultrasound: Please discuss having a head ultrasound completed, and reviewing development,risk factors and growth with your pediatrician.

Answered 4/22/2020

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A member asked:

Our pediatrician said our baby has a full fontanelle, but that its not bulging and he has no issues in terms of infection or other issues. is this something that should concern us? whats the difference between full and bulging?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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