Suggest Treatment For Swelling Behind The Ears And Nausea

Posted on Tue, 6 Dec 2016

Question: Hi, I was hit by a heavy device last week, seven days ago, it was swollen behind my ear but that went away. I did not pass out, no nausea. I worked heavily for about two days, then went to bed for the last four days. I do not have a headache, but tension and a bruised, almost tingling feeling in different parts of my head, it moves. I also have a stiff neck, feel a little uncertain on my feet when walking and have a slightly stiff neck. Now today, when I message my spine, my neck, I get nausea. Should I be worried about brain/zervical bleeding? On the second day after the injury, I took two aspirin for mild headache because I did not think about the danger of bleeding. I am 37, otherwise healthy. What should I do?

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get examined and evaluated

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
The head trauma is not of grave intensity.
Mild neck stiffness, headache, and dizziness may be a part of muscle spasm.
Walking difficulties need to be examined by a neurologist and CT head done.
Avoid taking pain killers. Apply local pain reliever ointment.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

Hi thank you so much for answering. Yes I thought it cannot be severe if I was able to work, but when more symptoms came I was afraid. Do you think the CT can be done without going to an ER/hospital, during normal hours (I don't have insurance in the US and that will be cheaper)? Thank you!

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (27 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Wait and monitor symptoms

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
If you are not having progression, then you can wait.
CT without prescription is difficult and you can enquire about it near your residence.
Wishing you good health and early recovery.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng