5 Signs of a Concussion After a Car Accident

If you’ve never had a concussion before, understanding what it feels like to have one may be a bit confusing at first. After a car accident, you may find yourself feeling many unusual aches and pains or none at all. It is a stressful experience to go through a car wreck and injuries may not present themselves right off the bat.

Concussions should be taken seriously. If you’ve been involved in an accident where a concussion is a possible sustained injury, it’s important to understand that signs and symptoms may take several hours to a couple of days to appear.

Over the course of the few days following your accident, remain vigilant and keep an eye on your symptoms. Here are 5 signs you may have a concussion:

1. If you lost consciousness during or immediately following the car accident.

If you hit your head and became unconscious, there is a high probability that you may have a concussion. It is always important to seek medical attention after an accident, but if you lose consciousness it is crucial to your own well being that you be seen by a medical professional. Keep records of your injuries and any medical treatment needed.

2. If you experience any drowsiness or dizziness. 

Becoming drowsy or dizzy is a key symptom of a concussion. If you’ve recently hit your head during a car accident and feel drowsy or dizzy, it’s important that you see a doctor as soon as possible. If left untreated, a concussion can have a serious impact on your health. 

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3. If you experience painful headaches.

It can be expected that you might experience some degree of pain and headaches after an accident. It is a stressful experience and this can cause headaches as well, however, we want to warn you that there is the possibility that it could be a symptom of a concussion if you sustained an injury to your head. Keep this in mind, don’t overlook a simple headache. 

4. If you experience nausea or vomiting. 

A concussion often causes victims to feel unwell, if you experience any nausea or vomiting after injuring your head in a car wreck, seek medical attention as soon as possible. It is important to ensure that your brain has not sustained any serious internal bleeding and injury. 

5. If you experience changes to vision after a car accident. 

Any changes to vision after a head injury indicate potential damage to the brain, especially when paired with any of the above signs. Changes in vision should be taken seriously and medical attention is needed to diagnose and treat a concussion. 

If you are with an individual that has recently been in a car accident and you’re wondering whether they have a concussion or not, keep an eye on their symptoms. Things can and do change rapidly with potential brain injuries so it’s important to stay alert. 

Overall, we encourage all victims to seek medical attention as soon as they can after an accident. By doing so, they take their health and well-being into their own hands. 

If you’re concerned about medical costs, please reach out to one of our attorneys. We will do our best to help you get the compensation you deserve.