How do you reduce the swelling of a bump on the head?

Cold compresses, hot compresses and incision of hematoma can be used to reduce swelling.
1. Cold compresses: If the head bump is within 48 hours, you can choose cold compresses to relieve pain and hematoma expansion, such as using ice, cool towels, cool water and so on.
2. Hot compress: after 48 hours, the head bag can take the way of hot compress to promote blood circulation and reduce swelling, such as using hot towels, hot water bags, etc..
3. Puncture hematoma: If the hematoma range is large, slow absorption, infection, etc., you should go to the hospital as soon as possible to the surgical hematoma puncture drainage, pressure bandage treatment.
It is recommended to go to the hospital after the injury to check for skull fracture or craniocerebral injury. Avoid re-traumatization of the injured part, pay attention to avoiding infection, consult a doctor if necessary, and avoid blindly using medication on your own.