Question
The child fell from the sofa and hit the back of their head. They have had a similar experience before. Is it necessary to check their head? I’m worried about bruising. If a check is needed, which projects should be examined? Additional question: The child has not vomited, and the injury occurred last night. Will there be any impact on the child if a CT scan is performed?
Answer
For children with head injuries, a CT scan can be performed, but this test does involve a small amount of radiation, which has little impact on children. If the child has symptoms such as coughing and phlegm and is unwilling to undergo a CT scan, antibiotic treatment can be used initially to observe the condition. If there are no other symptoms, there is no need to force a CT scan. It is recommended to start with medication treatment and discuss with a clinical doctor whether a scan is necessary.