While it’s always great to go out and stay active, it’s still important to beware of any unexpected injuries that can occur if you’re not careful. When you experience any incident that involves a blow to the head, you may be suffering from a concussion. This may be especially common in contact sports or activities that tend to involve the upper body.
There are a number of signs if you are suffering from a concussion. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Headaches
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Nausea
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Slurring your words when talking
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Forgetting what happened just after the injury
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Ringing in your ears
A concussion tends to heal on its own with ample rest and recovery. Don’t resume any sports or other activities while you are still suffering from the effects of the concussion. No matter if you believe your head injury will heal on its or not, it is imperative that you visit a doctor in order to know exactly what your long-term and short-term prognoses are. You may even have a concussion but not even know about it, which makes a visit to the doctor all the more crucial in the early stages after an injury.
Your head is one of the most important parts of your body, and any damage to it can be costly if left untreated. Once you’ve had a concussion, it’s easier to get another one in the future, which means it’s important to be extra vigilant in future. Don’t delay and book an appointment with us at the first sign of injury to prevent a bad situation from getting worse.
