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What Precaution Need To Be Taken After Head Injury?
I just accidentally got hit in the head by a very heavy metal pipe while cleaning out the garden shed. It hit me right on top front. Hurt like heck, but I didn t get dizzy. But it was quite a hard hit and I don t know what I should do. Do I wait and see if I get a lump? Do I take a pain reliever, or could I have a bruised brain and therefore NOT take something? What do I look for and how do I know if I m okay? Should I lie down? I basically feel okay, just worried.
Tue, 29 Mar 2022
Hi,
In my opinion, you should consult a physician immediately, get physically examined, X-rayed to see any boney injury and MRI scanning as per need. You may need to be under observation for 24 hours, just to watch out for late signs and symptoms. This is ideal attention you need.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
In my opinion, you should consult a physician immediately, get physically examined, X-rayed to see any boney injury and MRI scanning as per need. You may need to be under observation for 24 hours, just to watch out for late signs and symptoms. This is ideal attention you need.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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