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Feb 4, 2021 · Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can include any of the signs and symptoms of mild injury, as well as these symptoms that may appear within the first hours to days after a head injury: Physical symptoms. Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours. Persistent headache or headache that worsens.
Introduction. A brain injury can affect every area of a child’s life, including thinking, behavior, emotions, communication, physical abilities and personal relationships. Recovery from a brain injury is a process that takes time and can be difficult. Ongoing lifestyle and relationship adjustments may be necessary.
May 20, 2023 · The term concussion refers to a mild traumatic brain injury that can be sports related and can interfere with the way the brain works for a short period of time. Symptoms of a concussion may include: Headache or a feeling of pressure in the head. Nausea or vomiting. Balance problems or dizziness.
May 16, 2024 · Overview. Encephalitis (en-sef-uh-LIE-tis) is inflammation of the brain. It can be caused by viral or bacterial infections, or by immune cells mistakenly attacking the brain. Viruses that can lead to encephalitis can be spread by insects such as mosquitos and ticks.
Sep 17, 2020 · Seek immediate medical care if you or someone in your family has meningitis symptoms, such as: Fever; Severe, unrelenting headache; Confusion; Vomiting; Stiff neck; Bacterial meningitis is serious, and can be fatal within days without prompt antibiotic treatment. Delayed treatment increases the risk of permanent brain damage or death.
Sherilyn W. Driscoll, M.D. Traumatic brain injury in children represents a significant public health problem and they account for over one-half million emergency department visits per year. It’s estimated that traumatic brain injuries affect as many as one in five children by the age of 15.
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