Head Injury, Age 4 And Older: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you think an injury was caused by abuse?
See significance of an injury caused by abuse if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Was your head injury caused by someone who was trying to hurt you?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | July 09, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine, H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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