Question
The baby is three months old, and her grandfather accidentally dropped her. She was fine at the time. Later, I found a cyst six millimeters in diameter above the baby’s left ear. Do I need to get a CT scan?
Answer
Based on your description, it seems that the baby has pressed the blood vessels against each other but they haven’t ruptured, and due to insufficient rest at birth, the vessels have expanded and then burst. It is recommended that you take the baby to the hospital for a check-up. If the child’s mental state, diet, and sleep are normal, then a CT scan may not be necessary, allowing the hematoma to absorb on its own. If you feel uncomfortable, it’s best to have a neurosurgeon examine the baby and listen to their advice. The time for absorption varies from person to person. You can apply heat compresses to promote the absorption of the hematoma.