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Had Severe Traumatic Brain Injury And Chronic Head Injury. Struggle With Migraines And Changes In Vision. Tasting Salty. Advise?
Question: I had a severe TBI AND CHI after being hit by a drunk driver 5. Years ago. As a result, I struggle with migraines, balance, etc. recently the migraines changed. And are more severe and in a differen location. Dramatic changes in emotional health as well as severe changes to vision have also occurred...all inside the last month. Today a we symptom appeared....everything I drink tastes like pure salt.....any idea as to what is going on? Can these symptoms be a result of the wreck five years ago.....this salt thing is driving me crazy and I seem a little foggy too..
Brief Answer:
Urgently need to see Neurologist,Neuro surgeon
Detailed Answer:
Hi
thanks for your question.
based on my experience you could be having problem in the brain, computer tomography should done to rule out any brain tumors. Yes this could be complication resulting from wreck five years ago.
You need to urgently see Neurosurgeon for further investigation and management.
Hope I answered your question, will be happy to help you if you have other queries
Urgently need to see Neurologist,Neuro surgeon
Detailed Answer:
Hi
thanks for your question.
based on my experience you could be having problem in the brain, computer tomography should done to rule out any brain tumors. Yes this could be complication resulting from wreck five years ago.
You need to urgently see Neurosurgeon for further investigation and management.
Hope I answered your question, will be happy to help you if you have other queries
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