Signs and Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms in Infant, Toddlers, and Preschool Children. Younger children may show signs of concussion in the following ways:

If any of these signs continue or develop in your child, seek medical care from a Licensed Health Care Provider(LHCP).

If you have any questions, call the OSF Call Center at 1-888-6-ASKOSF.

Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms worsen, such as:

• Vomiting
• Headache
• Crying and inability to be consoled
• Restlessness and/or irritability
• Seizures
• Dizziness or confusion
• Change in personality
• Excessive crying or continued crying without stopping
• Persistent headache
• Change in sleep patterns
• Change in breastfeeding or eating habits
• Becoming upset easily or increased temper tantrums
• Sad or lethargic mood
• Lack of interest in favorite toys
• Headaches that worsen
• Seizures
• Looks very drowsy or can’t be awakened
• Repeated vomiting
• Slurred speech
• Can’t recognize people or places
• Increasing confusion or irritability
• Weakness or numbness in arms or legs
• Neck pain
• Unusual behavior change
• Significant irritability
• Any loss of consciousness.