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What Causes Vomiting And Drowsiness In A Child After Head Injury?

My one year old hit her head before bed . She did not cry. She fell asleep and about 20 min later she woke up crying. I ran upstairs and she threw up ! I gave her a bath - she was tired - crying - threw up one more time. Was actin herself climbed stairs but seemed tired. She is sleeping and has not thrown up anymore but I m worried
Wed, 6 Aug 2014
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Hi...this is not looking normal and the signs you quote like vomiting and excessive sleepiness and not crying are red flags and danger signs after a head injury. I suggest you take her to nearest emergency room immediately.
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Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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What Causes Vomiting And Drowsiness In A Child After Head Injury?

Hi...this is not looking normal and the signs you quote like vomiting and excessive sleepiness and not crying are red flags and danger signs after a head injury. I suggest you take her to nearest emergency room immediately. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health. Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,