What Causes Fever After Having A Hit On The Forehead?

Posted on Wed, 11 Jun 2014

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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?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (13 minutes later)

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.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (9 minutes later)

Thank you for answering and sorry for my spelling I ment forehead, how would a look if its infected ?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (1 hour later)

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.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj