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Child Health Topics

Search by category (lower right) or topic (search box on the top) to find information about common childhood illnesses, injuries and safety issues. Remember, if you have an urgent issue, please call our office: (925) 254-9203, option 6

Other excellent resources:

www.healthychildren.org - American Academy of Pediatrics website for parents
First 5 California - parenting advice for children ages 0-5 plus county based resources
Poison Control - (800) 222-1222

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Head Injury

12/17/2013

 
Head injury is the leading cause of childhood injury. A blow to the head or fall on the head my lead to scalp swelling, bruising, lacerations, skull fractures, concussions, or even brain injuries. If you child has a head injury look for the following signs, which may be indications that your child needs to be evaluated by a physician.
  1. Loss of consciousness – loss of consciousness is the sign of a significant concussion. Talk to your doctor about when your child should resume normal activities or sports. Note: Infants who do not cry soon after a fall may have lost consciousness and may need to see a physician.
  2. Persistent bleeding – Some injuries my require stitches in order to stop the bleeding and improve healing outcomes.
  3. Swelling – Infants or young children with swelling over the far sides of their scalp may be at higher risk for skull fractures. Note: Infants and children may develop a large bump on the forehead (sometimes referred to as a “goose egg”) after a fall. A cool compress and pain medication may be all that is needed for such a bump, unless one of the following symptoms occur:
  4. Nausea or vomiting – Nausea or vomiting may be a sign of a skull fracture or brain contusion. Your child should be evaluated by a physician.
  5. Lethargy or confusion – If your child seems more sleepy than usual or confused after a head injury, he or she should be evaluated by a physician.

In order to prevent injuries, remind your child to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle, scooter, roller blades, skateboard, snowboard, downhill skis or other moving object.

    Health Questions

    Remember, this page has general advice. If you have questions please call our nurses at (925) 254-9203 & choose option 6.

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