Expectant mothers in Texas should know about a condition called cephalohematoma, which can develop if too much pressure is placed on the baby's head during delivery. Such trauma, even when minor, can rupture the small blood vessels in the baby's head and cause blood...
Month: July 2019
Birth trauma may lead to facial nerve palsy in infants
Infants who are born during a traumatic birth in Texas may experience facial nerve palsy as a result. Facial nerve palsy is a condition that causes the loss of the voluntary muscles in the infant's face. In an estimated 88% of cases of facial nerve palsy, the cause is...
Caps on medical malpractice awards in Texas
Medical mistakes are the third most common cause of death in Texas and around the country. Some medical malpractice victims who survive require around-the-clock medical care for life, which is why the damages awarded in these cases are often high. Many states,...
All about kernicterus
A newborn infant can have many health complications that lead to long-lasting effects on the child. Most problems, however, are treatable if physicians detect and diagnose the issues fast enough. Kernicterus is a serious condition that can occur when physicians fail...
Forceps delivery may injure the baby and the mother
The use of forceps during delivery can result in injuries both to the baby and to the mother. Texas residents should know that while most of the injuries are minor, others can be serious. The minor injuries include bruising and scratches around the baby's face and...