
What Causes Fever After Having A Hit On The Forehead?

Question: 8 days ago my child fell and hit his foread I took him to the er and he got 3 stitches now 8 days later he has a fever and I want to know if I should be concern ? Is this normal? Does this fever have a to do with the fall?
Brief Answer:
You should get him clinically examined.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, I would like to advise that you should get him clinically examined and investigated.
There can be a possibility of infection at the stitch site, which should be immediately taken care of.
Some investigations like Complete Blood Count ( CBC ), Liver Function Test ( LFT ) and Urine examination will help to rule out other causes of fever.
I hope this is helpful to you.
If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Thanks.
You should get him clinically examined.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, I would like to advise that you should get him clinically examined and investigated.
There can be a possibility of infection at the stitch site, which should be immediately taken care of.
Some investigations like Complete Blood Count ( CBC ), Liver Function Test ( LFT ) and Urine examination will help to rule out other causes of fever.
I hope this is helpful to you.
If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Thanks.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj


Thank you for answering and sorry for my spelling I ment forehead, how would a look if its infected ?
Brief Answer:
I would advise for a clinical examination.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your response.
An infected wound will show pus discharge and unhealthy skin.
I would advise that you should get him clinically examined by a medical professional.
I hope this answers your query.
If you have any further doubts, please mention.
Regards. Thanks.
I would advise for a clinical examination.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your response.
An infected wound will show pus discharge and unhealthy skin.
I would advise that you should get him clinically examined by a medical professional.
I hope this answers your query.
If you have any further doubts, please mention.
Regards. Thanks.
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

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