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I hit the side of my head right above the temple in a soft spot. it hit on the corner of a desk...head weight + moderate velocity. painful to touch?
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Local scalp bruse: Unless you were knocked out, have severe headache or visual problems then it's probably just have scalp brusing. If you develop syncope, seizures or nausea/emesis then seek medical help
Answered 7/23/2015
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