Signs of concussion in an infant

No young mother is immune from the situation when her baby falls and bangs her head. Most often, young children suffer because of parents' inattention. When the baby begins to crawl, it is necessary to watch him tirelessly, because even the briefly leaving the crumbs unattended can lead to numerous serious injuries.

Often, as a result of a blow to the head in young children, there is a concussion. Fortunately, not every fall is accompanied by such damage. To assess the need for urgent treatment in a medical institution, parents need to know the signs of concussion in the infant, which we will tell you in our article.

Symptoms of concussion in infants

Concussion in the baby can be determined by the presence of the following symptoms:

• frequent and plentiful regurgitation after feeding;
• blanching of the skin;
• vomiting of a fountain;
• sleep disturbance;
• prolonged crying;
• capriciousness and excessive anxiety;
• nystagmus - involuntary jerking of the eyes and the inability to concentrate the view.

Also, a baby's head may be very sore, but the baby will not be able to explain it to you. Sometimes a child can touch the head with a pen, thereby showing where it hurts.

Breast children do not lose consciousness when the brain is concussed. Moreover, within a few hours they can behave as usual. That is why, after falling or hitting your head, it is important to observe the crumb for a while, because the characteristic symptoms can appear much later.

If a young mother is very concerned about her child's condition, you need to call an "ambulance" or go to the nearest medical institution. Qualified doctors will conduct ultrasound diagnostics of brain structures, will be able to establish an accurate diagnosis and determine the need for treatment in hospital settings.