Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injuries
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption in the normal function of the brain as a result of head trauma. A blow, bump, or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury can cause TBI-related injuries. Car accidents, falls, and severe sports injuries account for most traumatic brain injuries. However, any instance that involves a head injury has the potential to cause a traumatic brain injury. TBI symptoms vary depending on the severity of the injury. There are TBI signs you’ll notice immediately, while other long- term symptoms can go unnoticed for months. If your loved one recently sustained a TBI, watch out for these symptoms. Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms Also known as concussions, mild traumatic brain injuries may affect your brain temporarily. These symptoms may appear immediately or a week after a traumatic event like a car crash. According to the Mayo Clinic, they can cause the following symptoms in children and adults:
• Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes • Memory or concentration problems
• Mood changes • Feeling depressed or anxious • Sleep difficulties
Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms Serious traumatic brain injuries often cause long-term
complications or death. This brain trauma may result in bleeding, bruising, torn tissues, or other physical damage to the brain. When the brain undergoes severe damage, the effects are often life-altering. Sometimes, the victim becomes a different person. TBI patients may experience debilitating physical and emotional symptoms, including:
• Memory loss • Chronic anxiety and/or depression • Persistent headaches
• Seizures • Fatigue • Balance or coordination problems
• Nausea • Fatigue • Dizziness or loss of balance
• Blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a bad taste in the mouth, or changes in smell. • Sensitivity to light or sound
If your loved one is showing any of these symptoms after a head injury, seek medical treatment immediately. Visit our website at ShannonLawGroup.com to learn more about TBIs and your rights.
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