Tense bulging fontanel

(Stiff swollen fontanel, Rigid protuberant fontanel, Taut bulging fontanel, Taut swollen fontanel, Stiff protruding fontanel)

A tense bulging fontanel is a sign of increased intracranial pressure. It is characterized by a bulging of the soft spot on the top of an infant's head, which is usually soft and slightly sunken. It can be accompanied by a tense feeling when touched. As intracranial pressure increases, the fontanel bulges more and becomes more tense. This can be a sign of a serious medical condition and should be evaluated by a doctor.

1 diseases may cause the symptom tense bulging fontanel

Age: At null Years Old

Equally Common in Men and Women

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Main Symptoms Tense bulging fontanel