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What Is The Soft Liquid Filled Swelling On Head Of Infant?

Posted on Fri, 13 Mar 2015

Question: My 10 month old baby has a soft liquid filled swelling on her head. It seems like in between the scalp and the skull. No discomfort sign by baby. What can it be?

Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Cephalhematoma or Caput or Cystic Dermoid

Detailed Answer:
Hi.....it could be Cephalhematoma or Caput or Cystic Dermoid.

I suggest consult your pediatrician for this.

But one thing I can assure you, if the kid is active, playing around, feeding well and her usual self, do not worry.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj