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Is A Visible Dent On Forehead After An Injury A Cause Of Concern?

My 4 year old fell and hit his forehead are just left of center on concrete. He got up and cried right away, was acting appropriately and a large hematoma has rose up. I put Ice on the area with a wet wash clothe and the swelling has gone down considerably. As I feel around the area it appears there is a dent. Do I need to have him evaluated at a hospital? No neurological deficit signs, vomiting, unequal pupils, seizure activity this far. It has been over six hours.
Fri, 29 Jan 2021
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Hi,

Though there are no neurological signs at present considering the hematoma he had. It is needful that he should be observed for 24 hours to exclude any trauma to cerebrum.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Is A Visible Dent On Forehead After An Injury A Cause Of Concern?

Hi, Though there are no neurological signs at present considering the hematoma he had. It is needful that he should be observed for 24 hours to exclude any trauma to cerebrum. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician