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01-27-2012, 08:25 PM
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i had a severe concussion about4 weeks ago after i got hit by a car on my bike and my head hit the concrete. today as i was sleeping i moved my head and hit it against the wall as i was turning. it wasn't too hard, but it was still a good hit. do you think this is something i will have to woorry about? my conussion occured on the back of my head and i hit myself on the front this time, btw.
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01-28-2012, 08:20 PM
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If so, what did they say/do for you? There is something called Second Impact Syndrome which is very dangerous. It happens when another concussion occurs before the symptoms of the first one resolve. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second-impact_syndrome What are your current symptoms?
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What happened: I was randomly assaulted from behind in June of 2011. I was knocked unconscious for an unknown amount of time (less than 30 minutes) and have no memory of the event. CT scan showed contusion and hematoma of the left frontal lobe. I spent 3 days in the hospital. Diagnosed with Post-Concussion Syndrome in September 2011. Currently have Medicaid, Medicare and SSI. Current symptoms: Brain fog, mild memory issues, problems with spontaneity, occasional spacing out, word finding difficulties, tinnitus in right ear and some other things that I can't explain. Life after the brain injury: 4 years after the injury, I'm engaged to my beautiful girlfriend of 5 years, I'm the CEO of my own business, Notorious Labs, I've taught myself how to program complex games and apps which is a feat I never thought I'd accomplish and now live a semi-normal life with very mild PCS symptoms. Slowly but surely regaining my life back. |
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01-29-2012, 12:03 AM
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Your brain is more susceptible to injury after previous concussions, so it is possible that something could go wrong.
That said, I have bumped my head several times, panicked about it, and had no real change in symptoms afterwards. Just pay attention to any changes you notice and be sure to mention it to your doctor just in case.
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mTBI and PCS after sledding accident 1-17-2011 Was experiencing: Persistent headaches, fatigue, slowed cognitive functions, depression Symptoms exacerbated by being in a crowd, watching TV, driving, other miscellaneous stress & sensory overload Sciatica/piriformis syndrome with numbness & loss of reflex Largely recovered after participating in Nedley Depression Recovery Program March 2012: . Eowyn Rides Again: My Journey Back from Concussion . |
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02-09-2012, 01:21 AM
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thanks for the replies. i have felt no side effects after my accident at all besides finding it harder to wake up from sleeping.
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02-09-2012, 06:19 AM
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Generally speaking, if your symptoms do not worsen, you can relax a bit. But in these first few months, your brain's spatial awareness has decreased. This means being especially cautious about when and how you move. Move very slowly and deliberately. Eventually this will improve, but it will take time. Think about what is around you before you move (cabinets, doors, etc.)
If you notice your symptoms worsen, go to the hospital, otherwise forget it and get some rest. |
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