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Constant Headache After Head Injury. No External Bruise. Taking Nurofen. Is There Any Complication?

Posted on Thu, 21 Feb 2013

Question: Hi, A friend of mine was alcohol affected at a party on Friday night and fell heavily on his head/face (no-one else involved, he tripped on a step and hit his face and side of his head on the porch/steps). I am not sure if he lost consciousness. He has been complaining of a constant headache since then, his jaw is sore and he's been taking nurofen but it doesn't seem to be helping with the headache. I am concerned that the headache has been persistent for 4 days and he isn't sleeping well. He has no external bruising on his face or head. I think it could be more than just a headache. What should he do? Is this a sign that it could be more than just a bad fall?

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (7 minutes later)

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

Most likely your friend has not suffered any XXXXXXX head injury.

However, please watch for the following warning signs- severe headache, repeated vomiting, double vision, decreased alertness, fits, etc. If any of these appear, he should go to the ER and get a CT scan of the brain done.

As of now, you can give him ibuprofen or diclofenac round the clock.

Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Sudhir Kumar (9 minutes later)

Thank you for your response Dr XXXXXXX One follow up question please, if the headaches continue, how long should he wait until getting treatment/advice?

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (11 minutes later)

If his headaches continue for the next 24-48 hours despite medications, then you should consult a doctor.

Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Sudhir Kumar (2 minutes later)

Thank you for your time and advice.
Regards

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (2 minutes later)

Thank you and best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar