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How To Treat Sore Indentation On Head?
Hi. I was using the restroom this morning after running up a flight of stairs. I found myself dizzy and when I went to wash my hands I fainted and hit my head. I recall choosing to close my eyes but am unsure if I lost consciousness as I recovered quickly after. I ve had some fatigue but I was already feeling that way when I woke this morning. 12 hours later, once a mild headache went away, I found a soft and sore indentation on my head. How should I proceed? I had not felt a visit to the ER was warranted when I first fell. Thank you.
Thu, 10 Dec 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sore indentation on head . If the headaches are felt worse in the morning or in the evening or night, then probably what you have is benign intracranial hypertension . This happens due to abnormal CSF absorption. The headache is aggravated by straining, coughing or a change in position. Hypothyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, adrenal insufficiency are a few things I would recommend you get investigated for. These can precipitate BIH. A spinal tap is a must both to diagnose the condition and to treat it. Alternatively it could be a tension headache, causing a dent or slight indentation at the center of the head. Please consult an internal medicine specialist or a neurologist for this.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sore indentation on head . If the headaches are felt worse in the morning or in the evening or night, then probably what you have is benign intracranial hypertension . This happens due to abnormal CSF absorption. The headache is aggravated by straining, coughing or a change in position. Hypothyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, adrenal insufficiency are a few things I would recommend you get investigated for. These can precipitate BIH. A spinal tap is a must both to diagnose the condition and to treat it. Alternatively it could be a tension headache, causing a dent or slight indentation at the center of the head. Please consult an internal medicine specialist or a neurologist for this.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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