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Persisting Crack And Bump On Forehead Post Years Of Injury. Cause?
Hi. I collapsed and banged my forehead about 3-4years ago and i still got a very slight bump and a crack that runs round the bump and along the side of my head behind my ear. I dont suffer with any pain apart from the odd headache . Just wondered why i still have the bump and got a crack and if i should get it checked by my gp
Mon, 8 Jul 2013
Hello,
Swelling is suggestive of hematoma formation(Collection of blood) and cranial bone fracture.
Headache also indicates that there is some pressure effect in that area.
This may lead to long term complications like cerebral atrophy and dementia.
You're also prone for infection due to defect in the cranium.
CT or MRI of the cranium and brain will help in assessing the extent of the damage.
Do consult your doctor.
Swelling is suggestive of hematoma formation(Collection of blood) and cranial bone fracture.
Headache also indicates that there is some pressure effect in that area.
This may lead to long term complications like cerebral atrophy and dementia.
You're also prone for infection due to defect in the cranium.
CT or MRI of the cranium and brain will help in assessing the extent of the damage.
Do consult your doctor.
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