Is it serious if the head was hit by a ball?
May 11, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Being hit on the head by a ball may or may not cause problems, depending on the force of the impact and the specific location on the head that was struck. If the ball is relatively light, moving slowly, and hits a harder area such as the top of the head, it generally does not cause any adverse effects. There might be only mild pain, which typically resolves after a period of rest.
Being hit in the head by a ball may or may not result in injury, depending on the force of impact and the specific location on the head where the blow occurred. The details are as follows:
1. Injury may occur
If the ball is heavy and traveling at high speed, it may cause soft tissue contusions or skull fractures. If the impact occurs at the back of the head, it could lead to concussion or intracranial hemorrhage, resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, and headache. These conditions are generally serious and require prompt medical treatment; severe bleeding in the brain may even lead to shock.
2. No injury
If the ball is light, moving slowly, and strikes a hard area of the skull such as the top of the head, it usually causes no significant harm. There may be only mild pain, which typically resolves after a period of rest.
It is recommended to take the patient to the hospital for a head CT scan to determine the exact condition and receive appropriate treatment. During recovery, avoid strenuous physical activity to prevent interference with healing.
