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Suggest Remedy For Headache And Dizziness After Suffering A Concussion
Question: I had a blow to the face 3 weeks ago in a bus accident. Still have headaches and dizzy spells shud i get an x-ray to rule out fractures ? My GP thinks its not necessary as i just had a concussion. 2nd opinion appreciated.
Brief Answer:
Get CT head if symptoms persists
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Trivial head injury without any loss of consciousness, seizures, vomiting, Bleeding via ear and nose need not require any investigation.
Minor head injury leads to concussion injury with associated mild headache and dizziness.
If symptoms do not improve in few weeks approx 2-4 weeks then you should get an imaging.
Xray isn't the gold standard test and CT head with bone window will be better choice for fracture or any internal bleeding.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Get CT head if symptoms persists
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Trivial head injury without any loss of consciousness, seizures, vomiting, Bleeding via ear and nose need not require any investigation.
Minor head injury leads to concussion injury with associated mild headache and dizziness.
If symptoms do not improve in few weeks approx 2-4 weeks then you should get an imaging.
Xray isn't the gold standard test and CT head with bone window will be better choice for fracture or any internal bleeding.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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