Question
The baby’s forehead fontanelle has appeared to be bulging, and after searching online, I learned that this might be related to meningitis. However, upon observing the symptoms of meningitis, I found that the baby does not match these symptoms. What could be the reason?
Answer
Based on the situation you described, the baby’s fontanelle bulge may be caused by soft tissue protrusion due to gaps between the bones. This type of protrusion is actually an indication of weak soft tissue, which can be indented when gently pressed. The weakness of the fontanelle may lead to increased intracranial pressure in infants, often associated with various brain diseases. Parents do not need to worry too much; if the fontanelle is weak, it is usually not misdiagnosed. Therefore, this may just be a problem of bone weakness.