Shaken Baby Syndrome Learning Center
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Shaken baby syndrome is a severe form of head injury caused by violently shaking an infant or child. |
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Symptoms
The symptoms can vary from mild to severe. They may include: Extreme irritability or other changes in behavior; Letha...
Causes
In most cases, an angry parent or caregiver shakes the baby to punish or quiet the child. Many times the caregiver di...
Treatments
Call 911 or your local emergency number. Immediate emergency treatment is necessary. If the child stops breathing bef...
Prevention
NEVER shake a baby or child, whether in play or in anger. Even gentle shaking can escalate to violent shaking when yo...
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