Hi doc, my baby fell on our bed last Saturday morning, the height of the bed is about 2ft. Just this afternoon, i happened to touch a soft part on the right side of his head just above his right ear. Am a bit worried about it. Is this normal for 6 months old baby?
I share your concern, If you came to clinic, I would ask you if he had any loss of consciousness or fits like movement. If there is nothing like these a serious head injury can be clinically ruled out. FHE feeds normally and is otherwise playful I would advise observing and send home with analgesic medication to be given if there is pain. This swelling is contusion (soft tissue swelling from the fall) and does not worry you. If you have any further doubts better to show your pediatrician who will decide on other tests like X-ray or Ct and take care. Regards