Headbutted in temple area

[mrnmrsturbo]

Hi, my 2.5 year old headbutted me hard in the temple area this morning, while i was lying down trying to sleep. I got an instant headache, small lump and the area is sore to touch as tho bruised. I had 2 panadol and the headache seems to have gone, but just wondering if there is anything else i should be doing or do i just monitor myself and see how i go? I'm home alone with a 2.5 year old and a 6month old, so don't wanna be taking any unnecessary risks. Cheers!

[nicoleperreault]

I got headbutted in right cheek bone bad headaches and little bruise my eye hurts and im dizzy what do i do

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi
Welcome to the MedHelp forum!
In all probability the injury is just a superficial swelling of the scalp. But since you are alone at home with two small kids it would be wise to get this investigated ASAP. The signs that you should look for are headache (persisting, though this can also be due to the bruise), nausea, vomiting, gait problems, vision problems, dizziness etc.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!