Does macrocephaly cause developmental delay in children?

Microcephaly has a variety of causes. Knowing the cause is important in predicting what symptoms a child with microcephaly will have. For example, some forms of microcephaly are linked with severe developmental delay or a high risk for seizures, while others are not. read more

Developmental services early in life will often help babies with microcephaly to improve and maximize their physical and intellectual abilities. These services, known as early intervention, can include speech, occupational, and physical therapies. read more

The major symptom of macrocephaly is an enlarged head circumference. Other symptoms can include, delay in reaching developmental milestones, mental retardation , rapid head growth, and slowed growth of the rest of the body. read more