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A member asked:

Is there any significance in palmar lines.middle line in the right palm of my 2 month old baby is very short?

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Your post is too vague for me to understand what you are describing. Palmar lines vary and reflect how the fetus holds their palm/hand while they develop. Tighter grip/fold leads to deeper lines. The description you provided does not fall into a worrisome sign in general. Please discuss it with the babies doc at the next check-up.

Answered 7/20/2023

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