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My 2 yr old son hit the back of his head he has a scrape and a knot.. i know he has a slight concusion bc he wants to sleep. should i go to er?

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Dr. Sonia Rapaport answered

Yes: Drowsiness can be one sign of a concussion, as can vomiting. Take him for evaluation.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/7/2012

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A member asked:

My 2 yr old son hit the back of his head he has a scrape and a knot.. i know he has a slight concusion bc he wants to sleep. should i go to er?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sonia Rapaport answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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