Signs and Symptoms of a Head Concussion After a Personal Injury

Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident or as the result of a slip and fall, concussions are serious brain injuries. According to the Mayo Clinic, the symptoms of a concussion can be understated and not immediately noticeable.

Signs and symptoms include:

• Headache or head pressure
• Temporary loss of consciousness
• Confusion
• Amnesia surrounding a personal injury
• Dizziness
• Ringing in the ears
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Slurred speech
• Fatigue
• Disorientation
• Delayed response to questions

The following symptoms may be immediate or delayed:

• Concentration/memory issues
• Irritability outside of normal behavior
• Light and/or noise sensitivity
• Sleep disturbances
• Psychological adjustment issues and depression
• Taste and/or smell disorders

Concussions are brain injuries that can leave the sufferer with lasting illnesses. If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of an auto accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury and is showing these symptoms, an experienced Connecticut personal injury attorney may be able to help.