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Could a baby get a fraxtured skull and swelling/bleeding on the brain from falling off a bed?

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Yes: Most infant skull fractures in the us are unfortunately due to either child abuse or road traffic accidents. But yes, falling from a bed onto a hard surface can cause what you describe.

Answered 9/29/2012

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