Don’t Ignore a Concussion Caused by a Florida Car Accident

Brain injuries affect millions of Americans every year in the United States. One of the leading causes of head injuries are car accidents. An impact of a car accident can cause trauma to the head, also known as brain injury or concussion. While most concussions heal themselves, some require surgery and are considered serious.

If you or someone you love has been in a car accident, you need to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a concussion. There are still a lot of uncertainties when it comes to concussions, including whether or not the brain is structurally damaged or if there is a loss of function with physiological changes. One thing is for certain – a concussion can be painful.

Some of the symptoms of a concussion caused by an auto accident include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting or nausea
• Lack of coordination
• Visual disturbances, such as blurred vision or double vision
• Ringing in the ears
• Convulsions
• Confusion or disorientation
• Loss of consciousness

Once a doctor diagnoses a concussion, he or she may prescribe medication to help manage the pain. Rest is usually recommended. Most doctors will request to see you within 24 to 72 hours after the accident to monitor your condition. However, if emergency symptoms such as severe, persistent headache, vomiting, or extreme weakness appear, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

Most of the concussion symptoms will go away within weeks. Rarely will problems persist or become permanent.

If your concussion was the result of a car accident caused by another driver, you may be able to hold that person responsible for your injuries. Contact an experienced Central Florida auto accident attorney for advice regarding your Florida car accident case. Call the law firm of Johnson & Gilbert, P. A. at (386) 673-4412 or (800) 556-8890 today.

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