Hi Doctor, My wife is carrying now with 33 weeks 3 day and we went for scanning today and doctor said baby head growth is 72% and its in oval shape. this condition is called dolico cephaly . Could you please tell us the consequences? Regards, Arjun Bhukya
Hello, Dolichocephaly is not always serious, since the condition ranges from mild to severe. But it can be associated with developmental disabilities that can result in mental retardation or Psychological problems such as poor self-esteem, depression when your kid gets older. An abnormal shape of skull may lead to difficulties with chewing, swallowing, and breathing. There is an option of surgery with best results.