Question
The newborn’s head hematoma was large and small at birth, located on both sides of the top of the head. Now, four and a half months later, the smaller one has decreased in size, but the larger one has shown almost no change. The hematoma has also become hard. A head ultrasound was done at Wuxi Maternal and Child Health Center when the baby was two months old, confirming it as subcutaneous hematoma and suggesting spontaneous absorption. However, it hasn’t resolved yet, and some parts of the hematoma have hardened. Online searches indicate that calcification may affect the normal development of the skull, causing great concern.
Answer
It seems to be a newborn’s scalp hematoma that has become organized. As for whether surgery is needed, there is still debate in the academic community. Some scholars suggest actively removing the hematoma through surgery, but most do not recommend surgical treatment because most patients respond well to conservative treatment, although it may take longer. This is a personal opinion for your reference! With a child troubled by newborn diseases, mothers must take their children to the doctor immediately for treatment to avoid various misconceptions. Timely symptomatic treatment is essential. For parents, it’s important to observe any changes in their child’s symptoms and do their best to help their child receive timely treatment.