Patient's question:
I am 36 years old this year, and I have recently been feeling unwell. During the day, I sometimes feel dizzy, and it has also affected my work. I can't sleep at night, and the medicine I took doesn't seem to work well. What should I do if the baby falls and gets a bruise on the head?Doctor's answer:
In your case, it might be subcutaneous bleeding. This type of bleeding can resemble a needlestick, known as petechiae, or appear as a large patch. If there are no symptoms of pressure, treatment may not be necessary. Severe hematomas can be considered for aspiration or incision. You can position the child on the opposite side while they sleep. Generally, children tend to follow their mothers. If you are breastfeeding, you and the child can switch directions. At 3 months, the child may still be able to turn over, but after that, you should change positions for the child at intervals while they sleep. This should help prevent the child's head from becoming misaligned.