DS banged head, now has lump - should I see doctor?

Hi there

DS banged his head this morning - DH was carrying him inside, and he whacked his head on the doorframe. Because I wasn't there, I don't know how hard it was. There was a little red mark that I noticed, but I thought it was a mosquito bite.

Since then he's had a nap, and now that he's woken up there is a swollen bump on his forehead. It feels a bit squishy.

This hasn't happened before, do I need to take him to see a doctor, or not? He seems pretty happy and not bothered by it.

Any advice appreciated.

xxxx

I would just keep and eye on him. If his not vomiting and seems to be ok. if things change then i'd be off to the dr.
GL xx

Hi Honeybee
If your little man is his normal self I would say that there is no need to see a doctor. However if he becomes unusually sleepy, a little confused, vomiting or nauseous, or any other signs that are not normal for him then a trip to the doctor/hospital is needed. Keep an eye on him for the next 24 hours.

Generally things to look for (from a first aid perspective) are:

* loss of consciousness
* nausea
* uneven pupil dilation
* yellowish-clear fluid from ears.
* sleepy-nes

Best option would have been for cool pack to be applied to the area (cold water washer is fine, not ice directly) and monitoring.

Of course, if you feel the need to go to the docs, do so. However bruises and lumps will feel sorta squishy.

FWIW, it's better to go to the emergency dept or a 24-hr-doc than wait till tomorrow.

Good luck :hug:

Oh, and sign up for a First-Aid course - you and your DH :)

Thanks so much everyone. He does seem his normal self, and no vomiting or anything, so I'm not worried any more. Will continue to keep an eye on him. Poor little mite.

Thanks again
xxx