A 36-year-old member asked:

Had a car accident yesterday and woke up with a large bruise on top of head. do i need to see a doc?

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Dr. Frederick Buechel, Jr. MDanswered

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Yes: It is always a good idea to get evaluated after a car accident. Especially if you have a head injury.

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A 16-year-old male asked:

Hit bck of my head ona wall, i hv a small bruise, i hv no symptoms of concussionexcept rly minorheadache, is'it safe 4me to sleep & go to doc on sat.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Was playing with make-up. Started doing homework, didn't have bump on my eye. After power nap, I had a whole bump on my eye. Doesn't hurt, is very soft and tender, doesn't even feel when touched. What can this be? Should I see a doc?

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I have a bump inside of my ear cartilage that is tender to the touch and the outside skin looks red. It is not near a piercing so should I see a doc?

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Drinking 2 days ago and hit my head behind my ear. Caused a bruise and a bit swelling behind ear. I have mild headache + fatigue. Need for doc?

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A 39-year-old female asked:

I was in a car accident a week ago, and Ive been out of work due tohead injury. I need to see a doctor to be cleared to go back to work. I have a very big huge bump on my forehead and my whole face is bruised up. Is it possible for appt. Virtual app?

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