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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is head trauma?
This is a broad category that ranges from minor cuts to serious brain injury. It involves injury to the scalp, skull or brain. Head trauma can be sustained in situations including falls, crashes, or bumps.
Symptoms of head trauma
Headache
Questions your doctor may ask to check for head trauma
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose head trauma
Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
Treatment for head trauma
A serious head injury requires prompt medical attention in a hospital. Scans or other investigations may be required to assess the injury. If there is an open wound, stitches or staples may be required. In severe cases, medication or surgery may be indicated.
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