I think I may have an concussion - #15253

Hello Aidan burke

By going through your history and evaluation of your health status I must recommend you to go for some investigation done -

CT scan of your head

You can consult personally after that for better treatment.

Thank you

You likely have a mild concussion, but your persistent symptoms warrant re-evaluation (preferably CT brain). Rest, avoid physical and mental strain, and use only safe medications like paracetamol. Seek urgent care if headaches, vomiting, or confusion worsen.

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury and the symptoms you’ve described—headaches, dizziness, blurry vision, ringing in the ears—are consistent with that. It’s essential to monitor these symptoms closely. While some concussions can be mild and resolve on their own, persistent symptoms might need a closer look, especially given the initial signs of bleeding from your nose and your continued discomfort. Since it’s been a few days, and you’re still experiencing significant symptoms, it would be wise to seek further medical evaluation, possibly from a specialist such a neurologist. You might require imaging, like a CT scan or MRI, to rule out more serious conditions like a brain bleed or other internal injuries. It’s always important to listen to your body. If you feel unfit for work, you’re right to prioritize your health and consider taking additional rest. Cognitive rest is just as important, so try to limit activities that can strain your brain, like using computers, reading or engaging in stressful tasks. Avoid alcohol and any substances that may further impair your cognitive function. If your symptoms worsen or new symptoms develop, such as vomiting, seizures, or increased confusion, seek emergency care immediately. These could be signs of a more severe condition that requires immediate treatment. Keep in close contact with your healthcare provider and make sure they address all your concerns.

Your symptoms (persistent headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, and a prior faint with head injury and nosebleed) can occur after a concussion, but they still deserve careful monitoring, especially since they have lasted several days. You should seek urgent medical reassessment—preferably at an emergency department or from a doctor experienced in head injuries—if you develop worsening headache, repeated vomiting, confusion, vision changes, weakness, fluid/blood leaking from the ears, or increasing drowsiness. Even if none of these appear, you may benefit from a more detailed evaluation (and possibly a brain scan) before returning to work, particularly if your job requires high concentration, driving, or physical risk.

Hi Dear Aidan, I can understand your concern completely You had fainting episode and head injury If no vomiting \ blurred vision or Loss of consicousness then nothing to worry If you have any of these better to get a CT Brain Plain to rule out head injury with your history it doesnt look anything serious take care