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How Can Cheekbone Injury Be Treated?

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I hit my left cheek bone really hard by the corner of my car door today, I hit it with such force I had to hold on to my car seat not to collapse. The door is a Range Rover so very heavy. I am worried that I have injured myself, as I have a range of odd symptoms
Wed, 28 Mar 2018
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Hello,

You have left cheekbone injury which occurs due to inflammation leading to a collection of blood under the skin and forms hematoma. Need not to worry. I would suggest you apply warm compresses several times a day and you should take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. Avoid sun exposure. If it persists for more than a week, then consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for a proper evaluation to rule out a condition like a fracture or infection. The doctor may drain it or may prescribe ointment containing anticoagulant agent like heparin.



Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Cheekbone Injury Be Treated?

Hello, You have left cheekbone injury which occurs due to inflammation leading to a collection of blood under the skin and forms hematoma. Need not to worry. I would suggest you apply warm compresses several times a day and you should take ibuprofen (if not allergic) or acetaminophen for pain and swelling. Avoid sun exposure. If it persists for more than a week, then consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for a proper evaluation to rule out a condition like a fracture or infection. The doctor may drain it or may prescribe ointment containing anticoagulant agent like heparin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harry Maheshwari