Well, I slipped on ice the other night and hit the back of my head on some concrete, on the edge of my front porch steps. I've had a slight headache since it happend (last Sunday night). The back of my head is no longer sore or puffy like it was...should I be worried or is it getting better?
2007-01-27 18:24:25 · 6 answers · asked by xxx_bleeding_x_stars_xxx 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Any time there is swelling and/or pain from an injury to the BACK of the head, you should ALWAYS seek medical attention. The possiblity of a subdural hematoma should always be considered, and it is a serious issue. Immediately after the fall, you should go to the ER! If you still have a headache, but the swelling has gone down, then I would still call your physician for advice, immediately.
2007-01-27 18:39:27 · answer #1 · answered by Madre 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it's possible you had a concussion but since it's been over 24 hours you're out of the danger zone now. but it's still bothering you i would recommend going to a doctor just to make sure there's nothing else wrong.
it's also possible if you did have a concussion, that you now have post-concussion syndrome. (which basically means you have all the symptoms of a concussion without one) so I would definitely go get it checked out
2007-01-27 18:33:41 · answer #2 · answered by Mutly 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Im not a Dr. but I heard that you'll be ok with head injuries as long as you were not in a coma. Coma is when internal scar tissue and such developes to give you seizures and stuff.
2007-01-27 18:29:45 · answer #3 · answered by dredogg024 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
See a doctor
2007-01-27 18:29:17 · answer #4 · answered by Gaurav M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So long as it is only a slight headache and you don't have nausea or dizziness with it then you should be fine.
2007-01-27 18:28:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
why are you taking a chance with something so important go see a doctor you dont take a chance with accidents like that see to it and that way if it nothing you can rest easier
2007-01-27 18:31:09 · answer #6 · answered by lorie v 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋