After being hit on the head, it hurts a lot, which may indicate a concussion. The brain is a sensitive part of the human body. Although the skull is relatively hard, it can easily cause intracranial problems after being hit, and serious cases may even lead to intracranial hemorrhage and other issues. If the head hurts after being hit, it is important to seek medical attention immediately and undergo a brain CT scan to determine the specific cause and avoid unnecessary sequelae.
1. If the external force is not strong and the head hurts, it may be a soft tissue injury such as the scalp. It is necessary to observe whether there is any tearing or bleeding of the wound and to wrap and stop the bleeding promptly.
2. If the external force is strong, it may cause skull damage, which requires imaging tests such as X-rays and CT scans for confirmation. For example, during the examination, it will be determined whether there are conditions such as skull fractures or depressions.
3. If the external force is particularly strong, it may lead to brain tissue injury. Close observation of the patient's vital signs is necessary, and issues should be detected through brain MRI and other examinations for timely diagnosis and treatment.
4. Additionally, it is possible that the headache is caused by mental stimulation after being hit on the head. Even if there is no external injury, fracture, or hematoma detected after the injury, the headache may persist due to mental stimulation, which is known as neurogenic headache.
5. Specific treatment methods vary depending on the severity of the injury, ranging from conservative treatment to surgical intervention.
