HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Soreness In The Head After A Fall

I tripped and fell and I hit my head on the edge of a piece of furniture. I did not pass out but the side of my head swelled up, the swelling has gone down but it is still very sore. I iced it for a while, this happened sunday 4 days ago. Is this normal?
Mon, 2 Jan 2017
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes this is normal. Soreness will remain for few days and swelling will subside eventually. You can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve) to help ease the discomfort.

However take note of the following danger signs:

1. Loss of consciousness

2. Bleeding from nose

Vomiting if present may indicate internal brain injury which will need a CT scan.

Do let me know if this was helpful and if you want to ask any more related questions.

Regards,
Dr. Akash Kumar
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Soreness In The Head After A Fall

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes this is normal. Soreness will remain for few days and swelling will subside eventually. You can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve) to help ease the discomfort. However take note of the following danger signs: 1. Loss of consciousness 2. Bleeding from nose Vomiting if present may indicate internal brain injury which will need a CT scan. Do let me know if this was helpful and if you want to ask any more related questions. Regards, Dr. Akash Kumar