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Newborns and Young Children are Suffering From Strokes, Here’s why…

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As a parent, you always know that there is a possibility for your child to get sick and become ill. Though you never want to think about the possibilities, it is important to always be aware that they are there. Unfortunately, children are subjected to chronic illnesses just like adults. Though it’s a lot less common, the risk is still there. 

Statistics On How Common Strokes are in Children

Though pediatric strokes are rare, they still pose a threat to young children. A pediatric stroke affects 1 in every 4,000 newborns and 1 in every 2,000 young children.

That may not seem like it can be a common occurrence or even a possibility in your household, but the facts are that it can be. It’s important for parents to always be aware and pay attention to sudden changes in a child. 

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How Often Can Strokes Appear?

Yes, though strokes appear much more frequently in adults than they do in children, they still can appear.

Fortunately, since a child’s brain is still in the development stage, children often recover easily from a stroke.

If a child suffers from a head injury, sickle cell disease, or metabolic disorders, they are put at a higher risk of being subjected to having a stroke.

The most common risk factor for a pediatric stroke is heart conditions within a child.

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How Strokes Affect Children After it Has Happened

After a child suffers from a stroke, they do have the ability to recover faster than adults as stated before but they are still affected. Once a stroke happens, there is a loss of movement on one side of the body. Children may also need help with their

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