Can a hard lump on forehead after a hit be a fracture?
Patient: I had a fall on the pavement May 5th face first;my eye swelled shut and there was a small cut on my eyebrow and no major bump on my forehead but now there is a hard lump on my forehead and I'm wondering if it could be a fracture. age-55,height-5/5,weight-200,medical history-a few surgeries,acid reflux,and not sure of high BP Doctor: Hi, this forehead lump is hematoma organized and would reduce in 3 wks time.If still worried for fracture get CT scan to rule it out.Sp you neeed to worry of it and Consult a Surgeon.Hit thanks.Gd dayy