Question

Does a baby’s vomiting after a head fall indicate a concussion?

Answer

One-year-olds, as infants, may exhibit different symptoms from older children when suffering a concussion due to trauma. Older children often experience brief periods of consciousness loss. The typical symptoms of a baby’s concussion after a fall include:

  • Restlessness and difficulty in soothing
  • Decreased appetite or refusal to eat
  • Excessive drowsiness or difficulty falling asleep
  • Changes in sleep patterns, such as night terrors or increased awakenings at night
  • Behavioral changes, such as increased irritability or unusual quietness
  • Vomiting, but usually not frequent If a child shows these symptoms, especially vomiting, immediate medical attention is required. Children have weaker immune systems and are more susceptible to pediatric general surgery conditions. For parents, it’s important not to panic and to promptly take the child to a top-tier hospital for examination and treatment. Also, regular checks should be conducted, and medication should be taken according to the doctor’s instructions.