Birth Injuries

What causes brain injuries at birth?

A newborn baby is a great joy, but when something goes wrong during the delivery, it can be devastating. You may wonder how infants suffer from brain injuries during birth in Washington. While these problems are actually quite rare, they can still happen, so here is a look at some causes of brain injuries...

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What is Erb’s palsy?

If your baby shows signs of weakness in one arm after birth, he or she may be suffering from Erb’s palsy. This is a birth injury that may occur most often in difficult deliveries in Washington. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Erb’s palsy most often happens when the neck of the...

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What is infant cephalohematoma?

Although you want your baby to be born healthy, sometimes unexpected things happen in the delivery room. One unintended birth injury is infant cephalohematoma.Infant cephalohematoma is a birth injury caused by blood pooling beneath the skin. According to cerebralpalsysymptoms.com, sometimes blood vessels burst, and a baby’s scalp usually experiences some deformation. There are several...

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What is cerebral palsy?

Contrary to what some parents in Washington state may believe, not every birth injury is evident immediately after the birth of a baby. Some injuries may not present any symptoms for months or even years. Cerebral palsy is an example of this.As explained by WebMD, some children with cerebral palsy show absolutely no signs of...

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Infant Asphyxia and Hemorrhages During Birth

It is natural for you to feel anxious about the birthing process, and the stress that you and your baby will undergo. However, a good Seattle medical team should be prepared to recognize any issues that may lead to complications with breathing or bleeding in the brain, and deal with these both before and...

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What are the types of birth injuries?

You may not know, but birth injuries are actually quite common. In most babies, these injuries clear up on their own without any lasting harm. However, you may have experienced an issue during delivery in Washington that led to a severe and lasting injury to your child. According to Merck Manuals, the types of...

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When mom is the victim of a birth injury

Birth is a remarkable event. The birth of a child should be a joyous moment for the parents, but especially for the mother. She is responsible for the creation of a new life, a momentous occasion. Yet many mothers suffer birth injuries and complications after they give birth that are misdiagnosed or completely ignored....

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