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Hi Ive Just Been Rear Ended In A Car Accident

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Posted on Fri, 14 Feb 2020
Question: Hi ive just been rear ended in a car accident i had pain just below my neck for 2 days and headaches and dizzyness thats continued i hear crunching in my neck now. I also feel like my visual concentration is not like it use to be. What do i do ive seen the doctor and he said it should get better soon. Should i worry?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Mild head and neck traumatic injury possibly.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.

I have read your query and here is my advice.


These symptoms point towards mild traumatic injuries such as whiplash and concussion.

In your case is necessary to rest for a few days, use anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.

It is also necessary to wear a soft cervical collar when you stand up for a few days.

If your symptoms don't get better in a week or so, or they get worse, you should get evaluated with imaging studies of your head and neck such as CT scan, MRI, etc.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (7 hours later)
Thanks for that how would i know if it wont have long term effects is there ways to look into that? as i need to cover myself for the future.

Thank you
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (17 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Mild symptoms so, low chances of negative long term effects.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.

Your symptoms are considered mild ones so, the chances for long term negative effects are very low.

You should notice an improvement in a few days, if not, then you should undergo imaging of your head and cervical spine for a precise understanding of your condition.

Hope this helps.

Regards


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Hi Ive Just Been Rear Ended In A Car Accident

Brief Answer: Mild head and neck traumatic injury possibly. Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service. I have read your query and here is my advice. These symptoms point towards mild traumatic injuries such as whiplash and concussion. In your case is necessary to rest for a few days, use anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen. It is also necessary to wear a soft cervical collar when you stand up for a few days. If your symptoms don't get better in a week or so, or they get worse, you should get evaluated with imaging studies of your head and neck such as CT scan, MRI, etc. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.