PDA

View Full Version : Concussions...?


proximitywithoutintimacy
03-30-2011, 05:43 PM
Has anyone ever had one?

What do you know about them? Experiences...?

I've got one now, and it's absolutely horrible. I'm actually kind of scared :(

Liam
03-30-2011, 05:48 PM
Has anyone ever had one?

What do you know about them? Experiences...?

I've got one now, and it's absolutely horrible. I'm actually kind of scared :(

How do you know that you have one? If you were diagnosed by a medical professional what part of "you shouldn't be alone, this evening," did you not understand? If this is conjecture on your part, call a friend, and have them take you to ER. Its not something to take lightly.

socialjustice_fsu
03-30-2011, 05:57 PM
Has anyone ever had one?

What do you know about them? Experiences...?

I've got one now, and it's absolutely horrible. I'm actually kind of scared :(

Liam is absolutely spot on about this.
DO NOT LAY DOWN. DO NOT TAKE ANY MEDS. UNLESS YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN SEEN BY A D.O. OR M.D. FOR THIS SERIOUS CONDITION.

THIS IS NOTHING TO TAKE LIGHTLY.

SEE. A. DOCTOR. NOW.

Sparkle
03-31-2011, 11:28 AM
Has anyone ever had one?

What do you know about them? Experiences...?

I've got one now, and it's absolutely horrible. I'm actually kind of scared :(

I did have one, it was horrible and definitely scary at times.
The concussion I had impacted me pretty significantly for about 6-9months.

I had short term memory loss and difficulty focusing; I would forget things and sometimes struggle to find the "right word".
I saw a neurologist who ordered lots of tests.

Everything righted itself after my concussion, but it took much longer than I could have imagined. And it was very frustrating at times.

I concur with everyone else who has posted: if you haven't already - seek medical care and make sure you have someone stay with you at your home to help you for a few days.

Try to keep a log of how you are feeling (symptoms, issues); it will prove useful if you are still feeling 'off' after a week or two.

Also, be prepared to advocate for yourself medically and seek specialist care if you're worried.

Most providers will diagnose a concussion, but few Primary Care physicians will order expensive neurological tests like MRIs/MRAIs/EEGs.

Get lots of rest, drink lots of water and rely on your loved ones to help you out for awhile. Feel better soon.