Do I Have a Concussion?

Accidents are part of our daily life and it is impossible to prevent all of them. One of the most common injuries to have include concussion – a concussive traumatic brain injury – which is the topic of this quiz. If your head or body gets hit, it may result in this type of injury. 

Do I have a concussion? This is the question we would like to help you find the answer for. Answer 20 questions included in today’s quiz and we will tell you how likely it is that you have a concussion. We wish you a speedy recovery!

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Concussion – Overview

So what exactly is concussion? Because it causes many different symptoms, this injury can be difficult to understand. It is caused by a bump or jolt to a head or hit to a different part of the body which makes head and brain to quickly move back and forth. During an accident, a brain moves around inside a skull, hitting it and damaging brain cells. What may seem as an innocent bump to a head can result in serious health issues. 

This type of injury cannot be assessed based on external damage. It is also not possible to diagnose it using imaging, if the head trauma is mild. Usually, it could be recognized by observing and identifying symptoms which appear after the injury.

How To Treat Concussion

What body needs the most after head trauma is a lot of rest. An important step is to reduce activities which require focus and concentration. This includes any form of work that causes mental strain (schoolwork, use of cellphones, video games, TV,). Relaxing speeds up the recovery process. If you stick to the medical advice, the symptoms should decrease and your overall health will get better.

The next step of the treatment plan is physical rest. When you are able to engage in studying or work it doesn’t mean you can resume your physical activities. It is advised to incorporate sport activities gradually, in a stepwise manner. You can start with light exercises which don’t include head impact or contact. If you notice that something increases your symptoms you should cease that activity for the time being.

Remember that ignoring medical advice may slow down your recovery time or make some of your symptoms less tolerable. It can also increase a risk of more serious injuries so you shouldn’t try to ‘tough it out’. Depending on your injury, a medical professional of your choice may give you different rules to follow. It’s all for your safety, make sure to not break them!

Concussion Signs And Symptoms

Concussion can result in many symptoms ranging from physical to cognitive symptoms. In some cases, it also affects emotions and quality of sleep. The severity of symptoms varies from person to person and depends on how serious the injury is. 

The signs of concussion don’t always manifest immediately. Some of them are subtle and can develop after some time. They can last for a few days, a week, and sometimes even longer.

Have a look at the list below and see how many symptoms you experience. The more you recognize the higher the chance that you had a concussive traumatic brain injury. 

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Physical

• Ringing in the ears
• Headache or pressure in head
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fatigue and lack of energy
• Blurry vision
• Seeing stars
• Dizziness
• Neck pain
• Feeling slowed down
• Balance problems
• Feeling that ‘something is off’
• Sensitivity to light
• Sensitivity to noise
• Temporary loss of consciousness
• Dazed appearance

Cognitive

• Difficulty concentrating
• Problems with memorizing things
• Feeling confused
• Slurred speech
• Delayed responses to questions
• Amnesia regarding a traumatic event
• Forgetfulness (asking the same questions several times)
• Disordered related to smell and taste

Sleep-Related

• Drowsiness
• Sleeping less or more than usual
• Difficulty falling asleep

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Emotional

• Being more sensitive and emotional
• Sadness
• Nervousness and anxiety
• Irritability and changes in personality

Common Symptoms In Children

Head trauma is a common injury among children. Because infants and toddlers can’t describe how they feel we must rely on our own observations. Some symptoms of concussive traumatic brain injury are more common to happen and include:

• Seizures
• Vomiting
• Dazed appearance
• Crankiness and irritability
• Lack of interest in favorite items
• Crying more than usual
• Changes in sleeping and/or eating patterns

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Do I Have A Concussion? 20 Factors To Consider

Do you worry that you may have a concussion? Answer all 20 questions we prepared for you and learn if you had a concussive traumatic brain injury. Get well soon!

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