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Question: I tripped on a tree branch, fell and hit my forehead 5 days ago and although the lump has shrunk, I still have a lump. Black eyes are beginning to fade but should I be concerned about bump not completely gone? YYYY@YYYY
Age 68. No other Side effects except black &blue forehead, 2 black eyes, bruised nose, forehead & nose hurts when I touch it but doesn't hurt any other time. No headaches, confusion etc.
Age 68. No other Side effects except black &blue forehead, 2 black eyes, bruised nose, forehead & nose hurts when I touch it but doesn't hurt any other time. No headaches, confusion etc.
Brief Answer:
detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I read carefully your query.
The lump on the forehead is related with the formation of a hematoma at the site of injury.Usually it can take 2-3 weeks for it to resolve completely.
If you don't have symptoms like headache, dizziness, being confused and lethargic ,you don't need to worry.
Just need to give it some more time to resolve completely.
Since it has been 5 days from the injury ,using heat pads of warm compresses can help to resolve the hematoma.
You can continue to use Ibuprofen for the pain.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I read carefully your query.
The lump on the forehead is related with the formation of a hematoma at the site of injury.Usually it can take 2-3 weeks for it to resolve completely.
If you don't have symptoms like headache, dizziness, being confused and lethargic ,you don't need to worry.
Just need to give it some more time to resolve completely.
Since it has been 5 days from the injury ,using heat pads of warm compresses can help to resolve the hematoma.
You can continue to use Ibuprofen for the pain.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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