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Suggest Treatment For Mild Concussion, Severe Pressure In Head And Lightheadedness
Question: Hi, I hit my head on a curb I don't remember it happening but I woke up and my whole head feels swollen and it feels there is a lot of pressure in my head. I feel very light headed when I stand and walk around and I have been asleep all day but I am still really tired. There is no cut or bump - I don't know if I need to go to hospital?
Brief Answer:
Can be a mild concussion.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
According to your clinical history, it appears you might have had a mild concussion. This should pass away in a couple of weeks if you are careful.
Avoid driving. Take someone's help if you have difficulty in keeping balance while walking. Avoid sudden movements to head and neck as they can aggravate headache. Avoid bending down suddenly but do it very gradually or rather lift your lower body to upper level if possible.
You can take Acetaminophen or Paracetamol tablets 500mg twice a day for a week after a meal, under medical supervision. This should relieve your headaches.
Eat a balanced diet. Keep well hydrated. Avoid junk food, caffeine, smoking and alcohol.
Do follow up with your Doctor in case there is vomiting. If the headaches get worse, you may require a CT scan to look for internal bleeding.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be a mild concussion.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
According to your clinical history, it appears you might have had a mild concussion. This should pass away in a couple of weeks if you are careful.
Avoid driving. Take someone's help if you have difficulty in keeping balance while walking. Avoid sudden movements to head and neck as they can aggravate headache. Avoid bending down suddenly but do it very gradually or rather lift your lower body to upper level if possible.
You can take Acetaminophen or Paracetamol tablets 500mg twice a day for a week after a meal, under medical supervision. This should relieve your headaches.
Eat a balanced diet. Keep well hydrated. Avoid junk food, caffeine, smoking and alcohol.
Do follow up with your Doctor in case there is vomiting. If the headaches get worse, you may require a CT scan to look for internal bleeding.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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