Trauma and Injuries

A-Z Guide

Concussion
A brief, temporary loss of consciousness following a blow to the head is called a concussion. It is possible to have a... »
Elbow Subluxation
Elbow subluxation is a common injury in toddlers and preschool children. It is most common when children are swung,... »
Fractures
A fracture is a break in a bone. There are many different types of fractures and they can behave quite differently. »
Head Banging
Head banging, head rolling, and body rocking are all common rhythmic habits (as is thumb sucking). Many theories have... »
Headache
Headaches are quite common in children. An older child will say, “My head hurts…”A toddler, though, may just act cranky... »
Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is very serious. A person's temperature rises over 104 degrees and he or she has an altered mental status. »
Hemophilia
Hemophilia A (factor VIII deficiency) and hemophilia B (factor IX deficiency) are both hereditary bleeding disorders... »
Impetigo
Impetigo is a contagious bacterial infection of the skin. Parents often describe it as a rash. »
Nightmares
Nightmares are unpleasant dreams that awaken a dreamer from sleep. Children wake up and remember a scary or sad dream,... »
Nosebleeds
Blood can flow from the nose for many reasons, most of which are not serious. Moreover, the amount of blood lost from... »