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What Causes A Large Bump On The Forehead Of A Child?

Hi my son ran into a pole at school the school rang me.the bump is huge he seems fine thou laughing.Wanting to play etc.i put some arnica cream on bump.what causes it to swell like that(.i don t have a medical dictionary).what are the signs when u should go to hospital
Fri, 16 Sep 2016
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Hi dear follow this advise
1) apply ice over the affected area
2) tab ibuprofen will help to reduce pain and swelling
3) if he develops dizziness, headache consult doctor once CTscan is also advisable
hope this will help you
thanks and regards
Dr.Sohil Takodara
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What Causes A Large Bump On The Forehead Of A Child?

Hi dear follow this advise 1) apply ice over the affected area 2) tab ibuprofen will help to reduce pain and swelling 3) if he develops dizziness, headache consult doctor once CTscan is also advisable hope this will help you thanks and regards Dr.Sohil Takodara