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How To Rule Out A Concussion After An Accident?
Question: Hi there-
I just was going down my back stairs and i slipped on some ice. I caught myself but definitely bumped my head. Should i go to the Emegency Room or my primary dr??
Thanks!!
I just was going down my back stairs and i slipped on some ice. I caught myself but definitely bumped my head. Should i go to the Emegency Room or my primary dr??
Thanks!!
Brief Answer:
No need for consultation if injury not severe
Detailed Answer:
Hello xxxxxxxx,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Need for consultation or imaging of brain in cases of head injury is required only if the trauma is severe.
Is there any danger signs like severe headache, vomiting, loss of consciousness, seizures, bleeding via ear or nose, motor weakness, facial deviation, hearing loss?
If there is no such thing then be assured and vigilant about these symptoms.
No need to consult a doctor.
Take pain killers for pain.
Visit a doctor if any of the above symptoms occurs.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
No need for consultation if injury not severe
Detailed Answer:
Hello xxxxxxxx,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Need for consultation or imaging of brain in cases of head injury is required only if the trauma is severe.
Is there any danger signs like severe headache, vomiting, loss of consciousness, seizures, bleeding via ear or nose, motor weakness, facial deviation, hearing loss?
If there is no such thing then be assured and vigilant about these symptoms.
No need to consult a doctor.
Take pain killers for pain.
Visit a doctor if any of the above symptoms occurs.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Thank you Dr XXXXXXX I moreso just feel frustrated and shaken up. I saw black spots when i gorst hit my head but havent had the symptoms since. Thanks!
Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Nothing seems to be worried if no symptoms present.
Just rest as much you can. Take pain killers if required.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Nothing seems to be worried if no symptoms present.
Just rest as much you can. Take pain killers if required.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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