Posts made in February, 2015

It is sometimes difficult to identify the severity of a head injury. Many people do not know how to determine whether or not they have a concussion. Fortunately, there are clear cut signs that can aide in a self diagnosis.

If you do not remember what happened right after your accident, you may have a concussion. An impact to the head that causes you to lose consciousness most likely causes enough damage to the head to be considered a concussion.

Another definitive sign of a concussion is nausea or vomiting. Of course throwing up is a definitive sign for a lot of sicknesses as well, so even though it sounds like a black and white way to tell if you have a concussion, do not put too much trust in the vomit litmus test.

Blurred or double vision is also a common sign that you have a concussion. The best way to tell if this is due solely to a head injury is to stay hydrated, maintain normal eating habits, and keep away from the sun as much as possible.

Sometimes when experiencing a concussion, people tend to not grasp concepts as easily and find themselves feeling confused. If this is the case for you, do not get frustrated with yourself. It is most likely the fault of your injury.

Of course, you should always see a doctor if you suspect you may have a concussion. These are common signs, but only a trained professional can officially diagnose a brain injury. The website of Clawson & Staubes says that a brain injury is one of the more severe health problems a person can suffer and can cause long term cognitive issues, so make sure that you treat any sort of accident where your head has been hit very seriously.

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