Will A Minor Head Injury Create Any Complications In My Baby?
Question: Hello doctor
my daughter 2.5 years fell down from bed of 2 feet upside down top of head. initially she cried but later she not crying no blood & swelling. and now she is normal. Will it create any problem? or need to show doctor now?
Brief Answer:
relax.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
Relax,there is nothing to worry.
Apply ice over site of impact.
Give acetaminophen 15mg/kg body weight for pain relief.
Watch for warning features for 24hours like :
Lethargy/any abnormal movement/persistant vomiting/bleeding from ear or nose.
In case you observe any take her to ER.
Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing your baby good health.
God bless..
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar