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How Can Post Concussive Syndrome Be Treated?

I need to speak to a neurologist. I have post concussive syndrome. I have a lot of symptoms. My PCP after a month decided to order an MRA/MRI. I got a call that it was set up for this Sunday. I couldn t understand the message so my fiancee listened. When calling them they only had the MRI set up. My insurance would not cover the MRA. My PCP was worried that I might have a slow brain bleed. I hit my head in the bottom base of my skull. I lose my speech, I am in space half of the time. I do have some lucid moments. It has been about six weeks. I did horrible on my neuro exam I guess. I thought I nailed it. I have not short term memory. I don t understand the t.v. Would an MRI show a brain bleed? I think Mike told me that was what the MRA was for. We cancelled the appointment for Sunday. This is my 4th or 5th concussion. Any information will help. I know PCS can take a long time to heal.
Wed, 19 Jun 2019
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Hi,

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. It presents with loss of consciousness which is temporary and last for less than 1 minute and amnesia. Headache may happen in any head trauma even without concussion but if this is severe or associated with nausea, vomiting and dizziness then you need to visit ER and do a head scan to rule out more serious injuries. It can occur after an impact to your head or after a whiplash-type injury that causes your head and brain to shake quickly back and forth. If the concussion is causing headaches, we recommend over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Also, you need to avoid lights, noise and smoky areas for several days.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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How Can Post Concussive Syndrome Be Treated?

Hi, A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. It presents with loss of consciousness which is temporary and last for less than 1 minute and amnesia. Headache may happen in any head trauma even without concussion but if this is severe or associated with nausea, vomiting and dizziness then you need to visit ER and do a head scan to rule out more serious injuries. It can occur after an impact to your head or after a whiplash-type injury that causes your head and brain to shake quickly back and forth. If the concussion is causing headaches, we recommend over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Also, you need to avoid lights, noise and smoky areas for several days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon