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Hello, I Hit The Top Middle Of My Head On
Question: Hello,
I hit the top middle of my head on the corner of a cabinet last night. It hurt pretty bad but I had no loss of consciousness only a headache (which I was already experiencing). Today I feel the same mild headache along with trouble reading from far. Is this something I should get checked?
I hit the top middle of my head on the corner of a cabinet last night. It hurt pretty bad but I had no loss of consciousness only a headache (which I was already experiencing). Today I feel the same mild headache along with trouble reading from far. Is this something I should get checked?
Brief Answer:
It could be a contusion only.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It could be a contusion only and intracranial (inside the skull) injury is unlikely.
As of now, you can try over the counter analgesics like Acetaminophen for symptomatic relief.
You can also apply ice packs for faster recovery.
If symptoms persist we can do a CT scan of the head for reassurance.
Thanks
It could be a contusion only.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It could be a contusion only and intracranial (inside the skull) injury is unlikely.
As of now, you can try over the counter analgesics like Acetaminophen for symptomatic relief.
You can also apply ice packs for faster recovery.
If symptoms persist we can do a CT scan of the head for reassurance.
Thanks
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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