Question
The baby was born prematurely at 35 weeks, and is currently 8 months old, born on August 31st. The current head circumference is 36.7 cm! The hospital has carefully examined and said that the head is too small and an MRI needs to be done. Do I need to do it? If not, can the baby be nourished instead?
Answer
Based on your description, it is recommended to undergo a cranial MRI to determine the brain condition and rule out any issues in the brain that could be causing the small head circumference. The baby’s head size should be checked for early closure of the fontanelles. If there are developmental delays or turning issues, a cranial examination is necessary. This condition may be related to genetics. It is important to find the cause and treat it accordingly, as delaying treatment could worsen the baby’s condition.