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How To Treat A Bump On Head Due To Mild Injury?
I got hit on the front of my head as the back door of the car lowered. the skin was not broken but there was a bloody line of indentation for some time. Now , several hours later I have noticed a bumb on the lower part of the crease. what should I do for treatment? I have no head aches but I am 81 years old.
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
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Swelling after injury is due to collection of blood in soft tissues.
Do not worry.
It takes 3 to 5 days to settle.
I advise for compress dressing.
No drug is required .
If you have any problem review again.
Consult your doctor for any problem.
Take care.
Welcome to H C M
Swelling after injury is due to collection of blood in soft tissues.
Do not worry.
It takes 3 to 5 days to settle.
I advise for compress dressing.
No drug is required .
If you have any problem review again.
Consult your doctor for any problem.
Take care.
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