Suggest treatment for bump on head after fall
Patient: This morning I slipped and fell backward bumping my head on my granite countertop. I now have a bump behind my right ear. It is tender. I have not felt any dizziness or disorientation What should I do. I am a 45 yo female. I have never had a head injury before Doctor: Hello dear,The bump formation after fall is due to accumulation of fluid & blood and it is called Hematoma.The blood cells accumulated are eventually broken down and absorbed in the body.But this is a slow process & takes times to disappear completely.Till that time, symptomatic relief is obtained by analgesics, ice compression & adequate rest.If it still persists or there are any other associated symptoms like fever, vomiting, dizziness, loss of consciousness, convulsions, etc...then it will be better to consult your Physician.Under such circumstances, a CT scan of brain will be needed to rule out any pathological cause for symptoms.Wishing you a good health.Take care.