Can Cephalohematoma Get Bigger?
Enlarging Cephalohematoma a Newborn Infant's Cephalohematoma May Get Bigger in the Few Days Following Birth. However, Parents Must Seek Medical Attention If...
How long does cephalohematoma last?
You can expect the bump to go away in several weeks to a few months. Some injuries may take up to three months to heal completely. In rare cases, your doctor may decide to drain the pooled blood.
Can a cephalohematoma cause brain damage?
Kernicterus causes brain damage and can be fatal. Babies born with cephalohematomas are at an elevated risk for infant jaundice. When blood accumulates in a cephalohematoma the red blood cells are killed which eventually increases the levels of bilirubin in the baby's bloodstream.
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