Craniotabes
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Craniotabes is a softening of certain areas of the skull bones that, when pressed gently, may give way similar to a ping-pong ball; it is seen mainly in infants.
Context: In newborns it may be a temporary and benign finding, but in older infants it is sometimes related to problems with bone mineralization.
Possible causes: Among the associated factors are deficiencies in bone formation during the first months of life.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician examines the baby's skull and assesses whether additional follow-up is needed. If an unusually soft consistency is noticed when checking an infant's head, it is worth mentioning it at the visit for evaluation.
Data on 6 doctors who treat craniotabes
Which specialist treats craniotabes?
Craniotabes, a softening of the skull bone in infants, is evaluated by a pediatrician to rule out underlying causes. You can find pediatricians available for this.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in craniotabes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Dr. Isaac Chicurel Levin
Dr. Karina Chavez Angeles
Dr. Edgar Allan del Valle Villafuerte
Dr. Braian Manuel Ortiz Campos
Dr. Esperanza Lomas Jaramillo
Dr. Gabriela Zarco Aguilar
Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez Romero
Dr. Ana Gabriela Uribe Navarrete
Dr. Adriana García Sosa
Dr. Gabriela Arreola Ramírez
Dr. Raul Vargas Gomez
Dr. Jorge Vazquez Herrera
Dr. Samantha Ruíz González
Frequently asked questions
What is craniotabes?
Craniotabes is a softening of certain areas of the skull bones that, when pressed gently, may give way similar to a ping-pong ball; it is seen mainly in infants.
Which doctor treats craniotabes?
Craniotabes, a softening of the skull bone in infants, is evaluated by a pediatrician to rule out underlying causes. You can find pediatricians available for this.