Head injury in children: When to call
Call 911 anytime you think your child may need emergency care. For example, call if:
- Your child has a seizure.
- Your child passes out (loses consciousness).
- Your child is confused or hard to wake up.
- Your child has a headache that gets worse and does not go away.
- Your child has new vision changes or one pupil (the black part in the middle of the eye) that is larger than the other.
- Your child has slurred speech, balance problems, or decreased coordination.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
- Your child has new or worse vomiting.
- Your child seems less alert.
- Your child has new weakness or numbness in any part of the body.
- Your child has new symptoms, such as headaches, trouble concentrating, or changes in mood.
Watch closely for changes in your child's health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
- Your child does not get better as expected.