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Corneal abrasion in infancy as a cause of inconsolable crying
1Inpatient Pediatric Service, Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center, Meadowbrook, PA 19046.
Pediatric Emergency Care
|December 1, 1989
Insights
Inconsolable crying in infants can signal a corneal abrasion. This case report highlights the importance of considering eye injuries in unexplained infant crying.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Inconsolable crying is a common yet distressing symptom in infants.
- Identifying the underlying cause of persistent infant crying is crucial for timely intervention.
Observation:
- A case report details an infant presenting with persistent, inconsolable crying.
- The infant was otherwise asymptomatic, with no other apparent signs of distress or illness.
Findings:
- The inconsolable crying was diagnosed as being caused by a corneal abrasion.
- This highlights a less common but significant etiology for infant crying.
Implications:
- Corneal abrasion should be included in the differential diagnosis for unexplained infant crying.
- Early recognition of corneal abrasion can prevent potential long-term visual complications.
Abstract:
Inconsolable crying is a disturbing symptom in young infants. The following is a case report of an infant who presented with inconsolable crying caused by a corneal abrasion. Corneal abrasion should be considered when inconsolable crying appears in an otherwise asymptomatic infant.