Patient's question:
Little grandson, he is a very active child. Everything at home has been turned upside down by him. He wants to mess with everything. There's no choice but to keep leading him. Yesterday, the aunt didn't have time and didn't notice him. He took a chair, climbed up high to get something, and fell down. Luckily, he was unharmed, but there's a bruise on his head that's turning blue. He keeps complaining about the pain.What kind of assistance is needed: What should be done if a child falls and gets a bruise on their head?
Doctor's answer:
A child falls off the bed, it is important to pay attention to the child's condition.1. If the child falls and hits their head, you can gently massage the area to reduce swelling.
2. Monitor the child's temperature and observe if they are crying, restless, lethargic, or if their fontanelle is bulging. Also, check for symptoms like vomiting. If any of these occur, seek medical attention promptly for a follow-up visit and a brain CT scan to assess the situation. Generally, if a child shows no symptoms within 24 hours, it is usually not a cause for concern.