Loud "bang" sensation inside brain?
 

My husband is now 3 weeks post-concussion. Over the last 2 days his balance has improved to the point that he can be active around the house, feeling like his old self, for several hours in the morning before he has to rest. The biggest issue now is strong leg cramps while lying down which resolve when he stands up. He has been reading and watching TV (no violent stuff). We saw his primary care Dr on Tuesday when was still pretty wobbly, using a cane and my shoulders for support. We're waiting for the lab results (CBC, vitamin deficiency, etc.) and see her again next week. Then, an hour ago something VERY strange happened: he was from resting in bed and starting to fall asleep when he experienced a sudden, loud "bang" inside his head. No effect on balance, vision or hearing, just an internal slam. He had taken 1,000 mg of aspirin an hour before the event to ease his leg cramps. Has anyone experienced this loud bang inside the brain? Advice and help please!

Is it a thumping or like a pulsating?Please describe what you mean by bang.

I had a thumping/pulsating in my ear which was from balance off and inflammation...

Has the doctor referred him to a neurologist?If is balance is off he might need therapy...

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Hi MiaVita. He had no thumping or pulsating--just a very loud bang that came and went in less than a second. We're impatiently waiting for the neurologist appointment later this month--a wait of 3 weeks! :rolleyes:

I have had that same event. It was like somebody slammed a door inside my head with a bit of lightening added to it. It has happened a few times over a couple decades. It has never repeated in a close time interval.

It can be scary but if there are no other symptoms like muscle weakness on one side or extreme head ache, I doubt there is any reason for concern. You may call his doctor to report this event just to get some confirmation.

My best to you both.

Waves~
**I can relate to the "waiting" period:mad:....It took me a year and numerous doctors to confirm I even had a concussion....A lot of negative events.....the list goes on of what I am waiting for....Happy you had got a diagnosis automatically....Sounds like you are a doing a great job on support~I wish you guys the best and fast recovery:winky: