Head injuries are possible when someone is involved in an accident. Those head injuries can often include brain injuries. While there are many types of brain injuries, a concussion is one of the more common brain injuries.
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can cause a variety of symptoms. While these symptoms are usually temporary, the severity of concussions can increase if more than one concussion occurs. A concussion occurs when there is an impact to the head, such as in a motor vehicle accident.
One of the most common symptoms of a concussion is a headache. Other symptoms can include a loss of consciousness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, feeling dazed, fatigue, confusion, loss of memory and slurred speech. These symptoms can occur immediately after the accident, but can also appear later.
The symptoms of a concussion usually go away fairly quickly but can sometimes remain for weeks or longer. For that reason, it is vital that anyone who has hit his or her head to seek medical care.
There is a chance of serious complications after a concussion. Some people might suffer from vertigo, severe headaches, epilepsy or postconcussion syndrome. These conditions can all be serious, so follow-up care after a hit to the head is vital.
If you have suffered a brain injury because of an accident that was caused by someone’s neglect, you might opt to explore your options for seeking compensation. That compensation might help you to cope with the costs of getting the care you need, as well as other costs, such as lost income because of the accident.
Source: Mayo Clinic, “Concussion,” accessed June 15, 2015
