Question
A two-month-old baby fell from a 50cm-high bed onto the tile floor, with a large bump on the right side of the head. After feeding on breast milk and falling asleep, the parents are worried about any serious issues.
Answer
The baby’s symptoms suggest scalp soft tissue swelling, but it is also possible to have brain contusions and skull fractures. The baby may experience varying degrees of dizziness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, and listlessness. It is recommended that parents take the baby to the hospital immediately for a brain CT scan to clarify the condition and receive appropriate treatment. At the same time, parents should pay attention to the baby’s rest, avoid overexertion and stress, keep the room warm to prevent the baby from catching a cold, and encourage the baby to drink more water and eat more vegetables and fruits.