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Old 04-04-2015, 10:41 AM #1
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I get an overwhelmingly exhaustive/tired/dizzy/disoriented feeling when I'm in dark settings. In particular say a dark restaurant or lounge. This can be even during the day time.

When there is lots of light i have more energy.

I'm wondering if this is due to the fact I am significantly sleep deprived or that i have a vestibular issue?

Accident: 12 months PCS following severe fall resulting in severe concussion to right temporal region of brain. MRI/CT normal however they were taken 1-2 months after accident. Symptoms: Insomnia, Roaring Tinnitus in right ear only, fatigue, and disorientation/dizziness in dark settings
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I get an overwhelmingly exhaustive/tired/dizzy/disoriented feeling when I'm in dark settings. In particular say a dark restaurant or lounge. This can be even during the day time.

When there is lots of light i have more energy.

I'm wondering if this is due to the fact I am significantly sleep deprived or that i have a vestibular issue?

Accident: 12 months PCS following severe fall resulting in severe concussion to right temporal region of brain. MRI/CT normal however they were taken 1-2 months after accident. Symptoms: Insomnia, Roaring Tinnitus in right ear only, fatigue, and disorientation/dizziness in dark settings

The right temporal/parietal area of the brain is closely associated with spatial orientation. Sounds like this is exacerbated when you are in dark environments, and it makes makes sense that you could become disoriented in those settings.

Regarding sleep deprevation, what do you mean? How much sleep on avearge do you get each night? If it's 7-8 hours I'm guessing that is not the root cause. Less than that it could be a contributing factor.

Are you seeing medical advice on your PCS symptoms?
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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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