Question
What should you do if a child has two bumps on their head?
Answer
When a child’s head is struck, parents often notice swellings on the scalp. These swellings may be caused by blood clots resulting from the rupture of scalp blood vessels. Depending on the location of the injury, blood clots can be categorized as subcutaneous scalp hematomas, subgaleal hematomas, and subperiosteal hematomas. In most cases, these hematomas will resolve spontaneously within a few weeks without specific treatment. However, if the hematoma is large or other symptoms such as headache, fever, or changes in consciousness occur, medical attention should be sought promptly.