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Symptoms of a Concussion
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury usually caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head, or by sudden deceleration of the head causing movement of the brain within the skull.
This is a serious and potentially life threatening injury that should be evaluated by a trained medical professional. Make sure you see a physician, if you have any questions.
Signs and symptoms may include any or all of the following to a varying degree:
- Difficulty thinking clearly
- Feeling slowed down
- Difficulty concentrating
- Difficulty remembering new information
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Balance problems
- Dizziness
- Fuzzy or blurred vision
- Feeling tired
- Sensitivity to noise or light
- Irritability
- Sadness
- Emotional
- Nervousness or anxiety
- Abnormal sleep patterns