Radio Smart Talk for Tuesday, January 3:
The Mayo Clinic defines a concussion as "a traumatic brain injury that alters the way your brain functions. Effects are usually temporary, but can include problems with headache, concentration, memory, judgment, balance and coordination.
Although concussions usually are caused by a blow to the head, they can also occur when the head and upper body are violently shaken. These injuries can cause a loss of consciousness, but most concussions do not. Because of this, some people have concussions and don't realize it."
Researchers are learning more about concussions all the time -- especially the long-term effects of those who have suffered multiple concussions. The number and severity of concussions, and probably lawsuits filed by former players have focused most of the attention on concussions in the National Football League. But there have been many reports recently that describe the impact on young athletes -- even in sports like soccer that were considered safe.
We'll examine the latest on concussions on Tuesday's Radio Smart Talk.
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I am 50+ year old woman, in good shape, had a fall this past summer, hit back of my head on concrete.
I had a bad headache but felt OK first 24 hours, it was the next few days that I had confusion, couldn't think etc.
I knew I had a concussion. I waited weeks expecting symptoms to go away...symptoms increased regarding thinking, mood issues etc. Diagnosed with post concussive symptoms.
I noticed even now 4+ months later, if I am under stress, or sleep deprived I get the headaches and focusing symptoms back. Will this go away eventually? Should I be re-evaluated.
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Most post concussive symptoms resolve. It is not unusual to have some symptoms persist for this length of time, but overall things should be improving. If you have persistent neurological symptoms that are not improving, follow-up evaluation would be advised.
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