Somebody asked me about this on my last post. This is simply called Caput or Conehead. It is swelling that affects a newborn’s scalp most commonly occurs from pressure on the head as the baby moves through the birth canal during a prolonged or difficult vaginal delivery.
Factors that contribute to caput succedaneum are Assisted delivery that requires vacuum extraction or forceps, Larger-than-average baby (fetal macrosomia), or Long and difficult delivery. This is typically harmless. The swelling should go away without treatment in a few hours or days.
Potential complications of caput succedaneum include: 1. Hair loss: Some babies have hair loss in the shape of a ring or halo at the site of the swelling.
2. Jaundice: Swelling and bruising can raise bilirubin levels in the blood, leading to jaundice. Your baby’s eyes or skin may have a yellow tint. This condition typically improves on its own.
