Question

How should a newborn with a head hematoma sleep? What are the common causes of head hematoma?

Answer

Hello, if you discover a hematoma and there were no falls or injuries at birth, consider whether it might be due to birth trauma. Here are some suggestions:

  1. First, confirm whether it is a hematoma and consult with the attending physician in detail.
  2. If there is no birth trauma, it is recommended to undergo further examination, as vascular malformations may also manifest as swellings.
  3. Determine the treatment plan based on the examination results. If it is merely a regional hematoma caused by obstetric injury, it may not be a problem, and it will gradually disappear after appropriate compression.