traumatic brain injury even "mild" TBi can have so many Life changing affects --short term & longer lasting. Many common but different symptoms can occur in our different bodys & unique brains-- based on location (what area damaged) Severity of Injury and more....


Post Concussive syndrome is complex issue. besides Sx of PCS --headaches, nausea --you're having black outs w/ amnesia--no memory of event--that may be Seizure. Sounds like that's what these episodes are-- esp. w/ loss of bladder and tiredness after.

Seizures can occur after TBi. Good that you'll be seeing Specialist soon. Often anti-convulsant meds are given when seizures are suspected, even before testing. Getting formal seizure DX can be challenge, as can be finding the Right meds. Hopefully Drs will quickly determine what's going on & provide most appropriate treatments.

Whatever Dx, preventing more damage & injury [esp. to head] is vital. Do you get any "warnings" prior to black out episodes, or even if do , have adequate time to take preventive measures. I'm assuming that you do fall down when this occurs. You don't need another injury.

Be Careful ... easier said than done. I'm speaking from my Hx of "falls" and multiple head injurys, that began after TBi when I was hit by car.
Seizures were suspected but ruled out per tests. but have been on various anti-convulsives and am trying a new one--Keppra.

I don't "black out"--I drop like a rag doll; I can hear but not move for 1-20minutes. These episodes still do NOT have a formal Dx. I have been injured in falls-- I've lost count of how many concussions-- 2 "bigger" Tbi's --considered "mild" -- I was unconscious for less than 30 minutes.

Since 1st accident 10+yrs ago, plenty problems; another TBi 6 mths ago exacerbated & manifested "new" issues.{this Not from a fall but a strange accident when I was struck in head & knocked out} Dx: PCS w/ many ongoing problems, physical, cognitive, perceptual & more...
Chronic pain disorders- nerve damage, neuropathies -worst at nite, result in little rest or sleep. Vicious cycle of pain, fatigue... Tried several meds but none that helped enough to justify side f/x.

do you have sleep issues?? many w/ TBi sleep Lots- for me -insomnia ,
always feel tired. My blood tests "normal" but Neuro-endocrine problems can result. as well as other Neuro issues....NeuroBehavioral , etc.

You aren't Crazy-tho may feel that way sometimes. My biggest problems were cognitive, perceptual & emotional but I'm improving. You may not be able to do everything you did before TBi-- or at least not yet. Do what you can--exercise helps w/ healing--but you may need to modify & adapt for awhile.
[what martial arts do you teach? do?? Utilize the Breathing --i'm sure you already know benefits.

I recommend Learning all can; pace self--rest when needed; don't be "hard" on self , on any level. Things may occur that you don't understand, or are "embarrassing" ..
You've been thru a Trauma. there may be damage to brain that hasn't shown up on the tests you've had, like CT scans. You'll probably have more testing--MRI's, other scans; for most w/ "mild" TBi these are "normal".
You'll go thru more tests for Seizures. may need to see other specialists


Recovery is a process and each is unique as the brain injured. Some heal quickly --others go thru more, and longer term. New symptoms may emerge, while others alleviate--like nausea.
Depression can hit hard; this may be more relevant if Seizures are occuring.

There is so much that can occur after head injury. Be aware & Positive. Healing takes time & that time varies...

Access support--Tbi can be hard on family, friends & you; other's who've experienced TBi can be very helpful & supportive.
Forum for TBi/PCs is where I usually post. But forum for Epilepsy may be beneficial --if determined you're having seizures.

Hope I've not overwhelmed you w/ all this-- and that you'll update & share more -- Praying for the BEST outcome!!