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03-14-2014, 11:07 AM
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Hi Audrey and welcome to NeuroTalk.
Since this just happened yesterday it's too early to tell if there will be any lingering issues. Insults to the brain can cause all sorts of odd behavior, as signals through the synapses are disrupted. Things to watch for over the next few days: headaches, dizziness, blurry vision, vomiting, balance problems, speech problems (confusion, word finding difficulties, etc.). If these symptoms continue to present a visit to the ER is in order. Most (~ 85%) concussions resolve themselves with no residual affects. http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/signs_symptoms.html Best to you both
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. |
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