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Chest Pain After Head Injury, Becoming Self-conscious. Help
hi i was biking downhill without a helmet and wipedout hitting the front/mid right section of my head . this happened 6 weeks ago after this i could no longer talk to friends started having chest pains (anxiety?) and barely speaking with anyone ive become self conscious silent. also i cant feel my right nostril yet the doctor said i would be fine but i find myself thining about the future and past but not the present also i cant stream concepts together
Fri, 19 Oct 2012
Hi,
Thank you for contacting Healthcare magic.
I have gone through your symptoms and it may be reassuring for you to note that there is no serious problem with your brain.
There are two possibilities:
1. Concussion- related to the accident and head injury. This can lead to confusion, forgetfulness and behavioural changes. However, these are transient and you would completely recover within 6-12 weeks.
2. Anxiety neurosis- as you have also mentioned, many of these symptoms could be because of anxiety. You may require anxiolytics medications such as clonazepam and counselling. Please consult a psychiatrist or psychologist if you do not improve.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Senior consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad
Thank you for contacting Healthcare magic.
I have gone through your symptoms and it may be reassuring for you to note that there is no serious problem with your brain.
There are two possibilities:
1. Concussion- related to the accident and head injury. This can lead to confusion, forgetfulness and behavioural changes. However, these are transient and you would completely recover within 6-12 weeks.
2. Anxiety neurosis- as you have also mentioned, many of these symptoms could be because of anxiety. You may require anxiolytics medications such as clonazepam and counselling. Please consult a psychiatrist or psychologist if you do not improve.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Senior consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad
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