Head and Brain Injuries

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When to Call the Doctor after your Child Hits Her Head
Those words, despite the frequency at which we hear them, often strike terror in our hearts. When should you call a... »

A-Z Guide

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Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy, or static encephalopathy, is a condition where non-progressive damage to the brain results in a... »
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Concussion
A brief, temporary loss of consciousness following a blow to the head is called a concussion. It is possible to have a... »
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Febrile seizures
Febrile seizures are brought on by the sudden stimulation of many brain cells at once. Experts argue over whether... »
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Head Banging
Head banging, head rolling, and body rocking are all common rhythmic habits (as is thumb sucking). Many theories have... »
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Headache
Headaches are quite common in children. An older child will say, “My head hurts…”A toddler, though, may just act cranky... »
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Reye Syndrome
Reye syndrome is a serious illness of the liver and brain. The mitochondria within the cells stop functioning properly... »

Blog entry

Laughing Gas
Getting stitches on the face is no fun for anyone, but it is especially frightening to young children. A study... »

Q&A

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Alternatives to a CT Scan
Nothing is scarier to a parent then the doctor saying your child needs a medical test. The best thing you can do for... »
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CT Scan Risks
There is a tiny increased risk of cancer with each tiny increase in radiation exposure. These cancers are not found at... »