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Old 03-17-2013, 03:41 PM #1
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Actually wanted to avoid the forum but like you can read in he caption I fell down the stairs today. I don't know how I managed to do that. I bumped my head just a little, I am more worried about the shock waves that hit my brain when I fell on both my knees and hands then the little bump.
having a bad headache right now, head pressure and really bad flashes of light and loud ear ringing! I could cry. Things just got a little bit better.
What should I do, did i concussed myself again??
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Old 03-17-2013, 03:55 PM #2
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Sorry you joined the club.

I fell down the stairs before Christmas. Hit my head at least three times and got carted off on a spine board to the hospital.

To be honest can't say what damage you may have done (if any) but it set me back quite a bit.

Hopefully you won't be too impacted and your plan to recovery will continue
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Lui I'm so sorry to hear you've had this happen!! I hit my head really hard in the fridge today. Must be a day for injuries! I don't think anyone will be able to tell you whether this will set you back or not. Time will tell. Just try not to get anxious or worried about it because we all know that that WILL make you worse.

Not knowing how hard you fell down the stairs, I should mention that if you have any new or extreme symptoms come up or anything you are at all concerned about you should go to the emergency. Hitting your head a second time while still recovering from the first one isn't good.

Hope you feel better soon.

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Ongoing symptoms include: dizziness, blurred vision, light and noise sensitivities, cognitive problems, uncontrollable emotions/depression/anxiety, headaches (but they're getting better), mental and physical fatigue, difficulty communicating and sleep disturbances.

Currently seeing a fabulous Neuro Psychologist and vestibular physiotherapist and hoping to soon see a neuro ophthalmologist. I am currently doing 20 minute stationary bike rides daily, 20 minutes of meditating, 15 minutes of Lumosity and lots of resting. I have not been able to work or drive since the accident.

The things that have helped me the most since the accident are vestibular therapy, gel eye drops (for blurred vision, sensitivity and dryness), amitriptyline (10mg), and meditating. I am finally starting to see some slight improvements and am hopeful!

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I suggest you think positive and try to go about your day unless you get bad symptoms.What you think of it psychologically you will make it(my 2 cents)If anything get some ice and aleve for a little bit and start a craft or something(try to block it out of mind)
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Symptoms: Physical: I am always cold in any season!!I cannot tolerate anything pressure on my head(sun glasses,hats)longer then a hour,Lock jaw/Displaced TMJ, Dropsey, Hands go numb, Arms go numb, back of head numb (when asleep),Muscle spasms in face & upper body,migraines, concentration headaches, dizziness, nausea, neck and back trauma (from accident), tinnitus, extreme light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, impaired vestibular system, balance off, Pupils NEVER equal, disrupted sleep cycles,speech problems.

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Emotional: Unable to handle stress or overstimulation without getting extremely irritable or angry, easily overstimulated, MAJOR depression, major anxiety, Panic attacks

Treatment so far: Treatment for PCS,PTSD,Depression & panic,Vestibular therapy, Physical therapy, Vitamin Schedule,Walking,No Dairy, No eggs, No caffeine, No artificial coloring, Sleep with 2 pillows, Very little sugars consumed, Eat healthy,No alcohol, Medications, limit stress and overstimulation.

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My headache is almost gone but the headpressure and all that other stuff is still there plus my knees are bleeding...urgh.
The stairs are not too big but it was quiet a fall.
Really worried, my brain is really sensitive. ****!
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ok, i think i am lucky this time. just some increased symptoms left. took my supplements, drank a lot of grape juice and water and gonna take it easy today. should not throw me back hopefully!
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Ouch,

My first concussion was from falling down stairs. Actually, it wasn't from falling down the stairs. It was from the sudden stop at the landing. Got a big goose egg on my forehead.

I suggest you lay down and ice the back of your neck. You likely got a bit of whiplash. I bet your neck will be a bit stiff by morning.

My best to you.
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yes, it hurts and i am really apathic. more than usual. but it will bring me nothing to worry about
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