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I hit my head on the bathroom sink (the top of my forehead) it doesnt hurt i just feel pressure throughout my head, should i be worried? should i go to the er?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Basics: Head trauma that does not knock you out or cause change in memory is unlikely to need urgent evaluation or care. If your status returns to normal over a few hours I would just self monitor. If you begin to feel disoriented or notice other worrisome changes contact your doc for guidance.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/22/2020

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A member asked:

I hit my head on the bathroom sink (the top of my forehead) it doesnt hurt i just feel pressure throughout my head, should i be worried? should i go to the er?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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