Question
A 3-month-old baby fell off the bed, lay crying on the ground, hitting their forehead. There might be two red spots, and a few small blood dots on the cheeks. Should I take them to the hospital? Is it serious? After crying for a while, they were picked up and stopped crying. Will their brain be injured?
Answer
When a baby falls and injures their forehead, it’s natural for them to cry. If there’s no skin breakage, it’s recommended to apply cold compresses immediately to reduce pain and swelling. After an injury due to pain, the baby will undoubtedly cry. If the baby shows signs of loss of appetite or becomes unresponsive, it’s important to take them to the hospital for a thorough check-up. If there are signs of skin abrasions on the cheeks, use iodine tincture for disinfection to prevent infection, and encourage the baby to drink more warm water.