Should I see a doctor?

Question

This morning as I was getting out of the shower, I was trying to take my goggles off at the same time and slipped. I hit my head on th toilet. It hurt for about an hour and then stopped hurting. It's 13 hours later and it has started hurting again. There is a large lump. Should I see a doctor?

Answer 1

Goggles?.. lol.. you'll be fine, in fact the bump on the head might help you in the long run. Leave the scuba gear to the ocean, my friend, and good luck!

Answer 2

It doesn't hurt to see a physician -- and possibly have a Head Cat scan. However, closed head injuries could lead a sub arachnoid bleed-- a bleed in the posterior aspect of your head. I'm not trying to scare you but -- it's not likely -- but definately possible. Also be mindful if you feel nauseated , experience vomiting, double vision or experience confusion --- seek medical attention immediately!!!!

Answer 3

If you don't want to "go in" then call the advice nurse, they will ask you alot of questions. If they think you should be seen then follow their advice and go in. That is what I would do, or have done before. Hope your head feels better soon.

Have you thought about putting down a non slip bath mat? You might want to check into that.

Answer 4

goggles :)) well i think if it was something serious u would have other symptoms too like feeling sick. a hit like this may hurt for days it doesnt necessarily mean there is an internal injury. but if u are too worried go have an x-ray :P :)

Answer 5

Are you serious? Of course you should see a doctor. Head injuries can be very serious.

Answer 6

Yes, you could have a closed head injury.

Answer 7

Yes go see a dr.

Answer 8

if u don't have other symptoms like nausea,etc there is no need to see a doctor.

Answer 9

yes, internal bleeding