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Is Treatment Required For The Depressed Skull Fracture In An Infant?

hi, my 20-month-old fell from a height of ~100cm onto a cement floor. she has a dent in her forehead that has persisted for 4 months. the bones below feel uneven with one part slightly jutting out. i suspect a depressed skull fracture. does this require treatment or will it heal on its own? thanks.
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The fracture if any would heal on its own but the depression would remain. Whether it is enough to depress the brain matter, can be commented only after examining. Please discuss with your doctor who can examine and communicate with you.
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Is Treatment Required For The Depressed Skull Fracture In An Infant?

The fracture if any would heal on its own but the depression would remain. Whether it is enough to depress the brain matter, can be commented only after examining. Please discuss with your doctor who can examine and communicate with you.