Any type of blunt trauma to the head can result in a concussion. Even an apparently minor hit to your head or a minor fall could cause a mild concussion. If you are in a car accident, slamming your head into the back of your seat or hitting your head on the side pillars of the car may cause a much more severe one.
In some cases, concussions are relatively minor injuries and cause no long-term effects. In other instances, though, a seemingly minor brain trauma can have a much greater and long-lasting impact. If a concussion results in post-concussive syndrome, the results could be devastating.
What is Post-Concussive Syndrome?
Symptoms of post-concussive syndrome may include headaches, dizziness and fatigue. Someone suffering from this syndrome may have subtle personality shifts, often becoming increasingly anxious and irritable for no apparent reason, or getting emotional and even depressed.
Post-concussive syndrome can be frustrating for the victims themselves as well as family and friends. It often goes undiagnosed, since many doctors just do not understand the symptoms.
Interestingly, the development of post-concussive syndrome is not directly related to the severity of the original concussion. A relatively minor head injury can result in a various symptoms related to post-concussive syndrome.
If you or a loved one has suffered a concussion, see your doctor immediately and call the Keener Law Firm for a free, confidential consultation.
