So it seems like EVERYDAY I get a new symptom. It was just a hazy feeling over me, and if someone would lift it off I would be fine. Well I also have been having weird numbness (but not really numbness since I can feel) if that makes sense. But that literally comes and goes it depends on the day. Anyways, yesterday I awoke to (let me see if I can explain this) to.... my eyes feeling closed in. I can see, but something in me can't see like I used to. I feel disconnected. When I look at something it is now just that I can see it, it doesnt give me a joy it just feels blah. I hope I am making sense.
This has got me worry about becoming blind. Is that even something to worry about. This is all so new to me, and I am so upset that I even have to be going through this. You help would greatly be appreciated.

hi I know exactly what you are saying I also get object blind and have trouble choosing between objects like they have lost there definition but I had major skull fractures and a CSF leak, there is no point trying an explanation, others have reported this sensation and have recovered try to see a nuro psychologist they an.t shrinks you will not go blind, go back to your doc, the internet is useful for info only practical help cannot be given here , only support, how long has it been since your injury

Hi
Thanks for the reply. My little incident happened about 3 1/2 weeks ago. I feel that I will get better, its just seems like a waiting process. If anything I am trying to have a good attitude about the whole ordeal. I was involved in a go kart (indoor go kart) accident. The guy hit me flying around a curve, and every since I have not been the same. Have had mri and CT scan of course all came back clean and normal, but I dont feel normal. Hopefully this will all go away soon. I have always said no more go karts for me again, EVER.

Hi Sweetz,

I'm so sorry about your accident. First, know that you are not alone. Second, know that you will feel better, even though it doesn't seem like it at the moment. Third, you don't have to be cheerful all the time when you don't feel well.

What you have described are the classic symptoms of something called disassociation. Let me explain it. Sometimes we are so overwhelmed by our life circumstances that we can't handle all the emotions and we feel distanced or like we are watching our life and objects from afar. It's a protective mechanism that our brains have.

Having a brain injury is very frightening. It's perfectly natural to have these feelings that things aren't ok. I am certainly not a professional and I could be wrong, but you can look up disassociation at psychcentral and also there is a forum there devoted to such things.

If I can help in any way, just let me know.

Best,

Silent2

Hi Sweetz,

I was in a car accident and although I showed signs of concussion immediately, they continued to intesify. On a camping trip about 1-1/2 months later, I suddenly discovered that I was unable to orient myself in space without my vision. My feet,hands, etc weren't getting the message to the brain. I also began having a lot of dizziness-room spinning type-, and became very uncoordinated.

The diagnosis was that the symptoms were due to brain swelling. These continued for a couple of months and then resolved.

The brain continues to swell after an injury so you have to be extra careful not to bump your head at all - even a tiny bump while in this injured state can really be bad.
Also, too much heat, like sun directly on the head, is not good.

Make sure you are getting lots of rest, and try not to overstimulate your brain. It needs to be able to focus it's energy on healing itself as much as possible. Be sure to report any new symptoms like this to your doctor.

It's good that you understand the importance of a good attitude and patience. That will be very helpful to your recovery as well.

Best of luck to you.

Becky

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Hi there,

Yup - all symptoms I dealt with at first in 2004, I seriously was afraid I would lose my sight, and not be able to remember my name for quite awhile - it's a terrible thing to go through, but I got through it. I found that I had to make myself busy, with something, anything - and when you're used to being physically active all your life, and suddenly, you can't do that, you can feel quite vulnerable - don't despair!!! You'll find things to do, once your brain has healed and you get into the right space - one thing for sure, you need to have "PATIENCE with YOURSELF" - I learned that to be the hardest thing. Remember, everything in it's own time. I'm still working in that one, but it's coming every day. I'm still fighting the effects of PCS - some days are great, other days, I can't read the newspaper - my eyesight comes and goes depending on how much pain I am suppressing - I had a Neuro Dude tell me that my eyesight was probably already less than I was accustomed to, but I had been using my will power to compensate for it - when I got hurt - the willpower had other things to do - so bye-bye sight. If I get tired, my symptoms get worse. Sleep is your friend when healing the brain and nervous system. But, remember to challenge yourself, just a bit. That tells the brain to keep growing, at least in my situation, anyway.

All the Best,

Rich