Conventional medIcine
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Even a seemingly minor blow to the head can have serious consequences, especially if it is not the first time. A thorough initial assessment by a licensed healthcare professional is an essential first step after any kind of brain injury. From there, it will be determined if you require further assessment and possible imaging.
When in doubt, go to the hospital!
Here are some of the symptoms of a concussion that should prompt an immediate trip to the hospital or emergency department. (brainline.org)
Including but not limited to:
Loss of consciousness, even if only briefly
Any period of amnesia, or loss of memory for the event
Feeling dazed, confused, or agitated
Slurred speech
Headache
Vomiting
One pupil larger than the other
Seizure
In addition, for children under 2 years of age, any scalp swelling or abnormality in the way they usually behave.
One word of caution: because any brain injury — even a concussion — has the potential to injure the brain, the brain-injured patient may lack the judgment to make an informed decision regarding whether or not to go to the hospital. Family and friends can be instrumental in helping the patient chose a course of action that is best for him or her. And when in doubt, go to the hospital! (brainline.org)
It is never a bad idea to play it safe and get an assessment done! Some brain injury issues do not always seem obvious at first.
Queen Victoria Hospital
1200 Newlands Rd
Revelstoke, BC V0E 2S0
call 911 or (250) 837-2131
Dr. Lora Cruise Medical
222 1st St E
Revelstoke, BC, V0E 2S0
(in Revelstoke Osteopathy & Wellness)
250-837-7997
www.drloracruise.com