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Suggest Treatment For Painful Bump On The Forehead
I fell hard and bumped my head 9 days ago - there was immediately a huge lump on my head. This has decreased in size, but is still there and very painful when touched. It also induces a slight headache if I press on it. Is this anything to be concerned about? Or should I give it a little longer for the swelling to reduce? Thanks
Sat, 22 Apr 2023
Hi,
It is important to seek medical attention if you have a painful bump on your forehead, especially if it has been more than a week and the pain persists. The bump could be a result of a hematoma (a collection of blood) or a concussion, which may require further medical evaluation and treatment.
You should contact your doctor or go to the nearest urgent care or emergency department to get it checked. They may recommend imaging studies such as an MRI or CT scan to rule out any serious underlying conditions.
In the meantime, you can apply a cold compress to the area for 20 minutes at a time, several times a day, to help reduce swelling and pain. Avoid pressing on the bump and take over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen as needed for pain relief.
It is important to monitor any symptoms such as dizziness, confusion, difficulty with memory or concentration, nausea or vomiting, or vision changes, as these could be signs of a more serious head injury.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is important to seek medical attention if you have a painful bump on your forehead, especially if it has been more than a week and the pain persists. The bump could be a result of a hematoma (a collection of blood) or a concussion, which may require further medical evaluation and treatment.
You should contact your doctor or go to the nearest urgent care or emergency department to get it checked. They may recommend imaging studies such as an MRI or CT scan to rule out any serious underlying conditions.
In the meantime, you can apply a cold compress to the area for 20 minutes at a time, several times a day, to help reduce swelling and pain. Avoid pressing on the bump and take over-the-counter pain medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen as needed for pain relief.
It is important to monitor any symptoms such as dizziness, confusion, difficulty with memory or concentration, nausea or vomiting, or vision changes, as these could be signs of a more serious head injury.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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