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Sutures - separated - Treatment

Alternative Names

Separation of the sutures

Call your health care provider if:

Contact your health care provider if:

  • Your child has noticeably separated sutures, bulging fontanelles, or very obvious scalp veins
  • There is redness, swelling, or discharge from the area of the sutures

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The health care provider will perform a physical exam. This will including examining the fontanelles and scalp veins and feeling (palpating) the sutures to find out how far they are separated.

The health care provider will ask questions about the child's medical history and symptoms, including:

  • Does the child have other symptoms (such as abnormal head circumference)?
  • When did you first notice that the separated sutures?
  • Does it seem to be getting worse?
  • Is the child otherwise well? (for example, are eating and activity patterns normal?)

The following tests may be performed:

Although your health care provider keeps records from routine examinations, you might find it helpful to keep your own records of your child's development. You will want to bring these records to your health care provider's attention if you notice anything unusual.

  • Reviewed last on: 3/14/2009
  • Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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