Suggest treatment for dizziness, headache and bruising around temple after injury
Patient: Hi I had a bit of a clash in playing netball tonight!! I hit my temple quite hard and felt a little dizzy for a few minitues. I continued to play and it was okay just a little tender!! I have a slight headache and bruising around the temple - should I be worried or get this checked out and what symptoms should I look for if there would be any internal damage!! My brother was in a axe accident and became permanently brain damaged so I know how delicate I can be which may be making me paranoid, I am struggling to sleep over thinking so would appreciate some reassurance or advice - thanks Doctor: Hello, I understand that you are worried about this issue. I would advise that you visit your doctor today or tomorrow and get this problem checked out. Seeing as you are having a headache, it is always better to be on the safe side. There is nothing to be paranoid about though, do not worry. Most likely it is a concussion but even if your doctor finds a contusion or some amount of bleeding in the cranium, he would be sure to treat you well, and the condition is very amenable to treatment, without long term sequelae in the vast majority of cases. The symptoms that you should look out for : loss of consciousness, vomiting, unbearable headache, difficulty with your vision. It is always good to know what symptoms to look out for, however it is best to visit your doctor and be on the safe side. All the best.