Pediatric Headache Red Flags and When to Seek Treatment - Verywell Health
2023年3月1日 · Learning about pediatric headache "red flags" can help you figure out if your child's head pain is from a minor cause—like common childhood illnesses, a mild bump on the head, lack of sleep, not getting enough to eat or drink, or stress.
Headaches in children - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2021年8月6日 · It's important to pay attention to your child's headache symptoms and consult a doctor if the headache worsens or occurs frequently. Headaches in children usually can be treated with over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications and healthy habits such as a regular schedule for sleeping and eating.
Headaches in Children: When to Worry - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Toddlers or elementary-age children may say their head hurts, bright lights are bothering them or use visual imagery (i.e. feels like someone is using a hammer on their head) to express their level of pain. Teens may become moody or withdrawn. Children experiencing headaches may report pain in the front of their head, or all over their head.
Head Injury in Children: How to Know If It's Minor or Serious
Read on to learn more about the difference between a head injury that needs only a comforting hug and one that requires immediate medical attention. The information in this article is intended for children who: Were well before the injury. Act normally after the injury. Have no cuts on the head or face (this is called a closed head injury)
8 things to watch for when your child has a headache
2022年3月16日 · If your child has headaches two or more times a week, or they are making it hard for your child to do homework, play, or otherwise live a normal life, give your doctor a call. It doesn’t necessarily mean that something serious is going on, but it’s worth a visit to be sure — and to find ways to manage and hopefully prevent the headaches.
Pediatric Headaches: Red Flags, Causes, Treatment, and More
2022年3月28日 · Most children experience a headache at some point, but how do you know if it's a symptom of something more serious? We discuss the red flags and more.
Your Child Hit Their Head Hard: Here’s What to Do and When
2016年5月20日 · Before kids are walking or cruising, a head injury is most likely caused by a fall from a changing table, for example. A toddler or older child with a head injury probably took a tumble, ran into something or was hit by a heavy object. Be prepared that some head injuries may seem worse because they tend to bleed a lot.
Headaches (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
A headache is pain felt somewhere in the head or neck. They're very common in kids, and have a wide range of causes and many levels of severity. It's important to understand how to recognize when a headache is a passing pain and when it's something more and needs medical care. What Are the Signs & Symptoms of a Headache?
A Guide to Pediatric Head Injuries - Children's Hospital Colorado
From bumps on the head to facial fractures and concussions, our expert shares advice on common pediatric head injuries and when to seek care.
Head Injuries (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
A head injury is an injury to the scalp, skull, or brain. Many head injuries are mild, like a bump on the head. But others are more serious and need medical care right away. What Causes Head Injuries? Head injuries in kids and teens can happen from: falls; bike accidents; car crashes; sports injuries; child abuse; What Are the Types of Head ...