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What Causes Swollen Soft Spot In Back Of The Head After An Injury In Infants?

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Posted on Tue, 24 Mar 2015
Question: My toddler fell out of a shopping cart Sunday and I rushed her to the ER. They performed a CT scan and said very thing looked good. She is actin like herself, eating, and playing and her balance is good. She has a soft spot in the back of her head. Is this type of swelling normal after a fall?
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Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (47 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It's normal - Don't worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi...this type of swelling is quite common at the point of impact. Nothing to worry. It will take 7-10 days to completely settle. Don't worry.

The doctors in emergency room have counseled you excellently well on danger signs. Please remember them.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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Dr. Sumanth Amperayani

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What Causes Swollen Soft Spot In Back Of The Head After An Injury In Infants?

Brief Answer: It's normal - Don't worry Detailed Answer: Hi...this type of swelling is quite common at the point of impact. Nothing to worry. It will take 7-10 days to completely settle. Don't worry. The doctors in emergency room have counseled you excellently well on danger signs. Please remember them. Regards - Dr. Sumanth