Question
What could be the reasons for a baby having an abnormally large head circumference?
Answer
When a baby’s head circumference is abnormally large, a series of examinations may be needed to determine the cause. Firstly, a doctor should measure the head circumference to confirm the presence of an oversized issue. Secondly, conditions such as calcium deficiency and hydrocephalus need to be ruled out, which may require medical tests like cranial CT scans, trace element analysis, and bone density tests. Children have weaker constitutions and are prone to pediatric surgical problems. Parents should not be anxious and should promptly take their child to a professional hospital for examination and treatment, and take symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication under the doctor’s guidance.