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A concussion is an injury to the brain that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. Medically, it is defined as a clinical syndrome characterized by immediate and transient alteration in brain function, including alteration of mental status or level of consciousness, that results from mechanical force or trauma.
May 1, 2023 · Concussion is also known by other terms: minor head injury, minor brain injury and minor traumatic brain injury. Concussion and sport. Concussion is a particular issue in sport, especially contact sports. Not only is it common but, if the concussion has not completely settled, having another concussion and a serious brain injury is much more ...
Dangerous Signs & Symptoms of a Concussion. One pupil larger than the other. Drowsiness or inability to wake up. A headache that gets worse and does not go away. Slurred speech, weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination. Repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions or seizures (shaking or twitching). Unusual behavior, increased confusion ...
A concussion is an injury to the brain that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. Medically, it is defined as a clinical syndrome characterized by immediate and transient alteration in brain function, including alteration of mental status or level of consciousness, that results from mechanical force or trauma.
A concussion/mTBI is an injury to the brain, not just ‘seeing stars’. Most students and athletes will recover completely within 2-3 weeks if given the proper periods of rest and a gradual return to activities. After sustaining a concussion, it is very important to avoid any activity that places one at risk of sustaining another concussion.
Concussion Signs and Symptoms. A concussion can cause loss of consciousness for a few seconds or minutes. Immediate symptoms may include headache, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, difficulty concentrating, feelings of grogginess, fatigue, or sleepiness, slurred speech, blurred or double vision, and confusion. An individual with a concussion may ...
May 20, 2023 · Common concussion symptoms can include: Trouble with thinking skills, such as memory and attention. Dizziness. Fatigue. Headaches. Irritability. Sleeping more or less than usual. In rare cases, what is at first thought to be a concussion turns out to be a more severe brain injury with bleeding in or around the brain.
