The Subtle Signs of a Concussion After an Accident

A concussion may occur as a result of a sudden force to the head. More than 300,000 individuals suffer a concussion each year. This number, however, may be grossly underestimated since many concussion cases go undiagnosed.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident that involved a blow to your head, you may be suffering from a concussion without even knowing it. To make sure you get the necessary treatment, you should get medical care and look for the subtle signs or symptoms of a concussion.

The Subtle Signs of a Concussion

The signs and symptoms of a concussion can be very subtle. As such, most concussion cases go undetected and undiagnosed. This is very dangerous for the victim because without proper medical care, a concussion can be very serious and even deadly.

If you have sustained a blow to the head, it is important that you seek immediate medical care, especially if you have noticed any of the following symptoms:

-          Difficulty understanding simple directions

-          Difficulty remembering or lack of memory

-          Feeling irritated for no apparent reason

-          Sensitivity to sound

-          Sensitivity to light

-          Sleeping for unusually long periods of time

-          Not feeling “yourself”

-          Feeling nauseous or vomiting

-          Having ringing in your ears

Common Cause for a Concussion

Some of the common types of accidents, which may result in a concussion, include:

-          Car accidents

-          Motorcycle accidents

-          Bicycle accidents

-          Slip/trip and falls

-          Accidents involving falling objects

-          Any accident involving a direct blow to the head

Call an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer

Samer Habbas is an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, please call the Law Offices of Samer Habbas at (888) 848-5084.