concussion symptoms

Written by Gao Yi Shen
Neurosurgery
Updated on March 25, 2025
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The symptoms of a concussion must be judged according to the situation. Different types of individuals may exhibit various clinical symptoms, and not all symptoms described in textbooks will necessarily appear. Many will experience dizziness, headache, vomiting, nausea, and other related clinical symptoms; some may experience transient epileptic seizures, limb numbness and weakness, or speech impairments; some individuals might also experience retrograde amnesia, meaning they forget the events that occurred at the time of the injury; and some may enter a state of coma, lasting more than five minutes but less than half an hour. Therefore, these are all symptoms of a concussion, but not everyone will experience them, and some may also have additional symptoms, which should be assessed based on the situation at the time.

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How to deal with vomiting from a concussion?

Concussion usually manifests as temporary consciousness disorder and immediate amnesia, meaning the inability to recall specific details at the time. Some patients also experience a series of clinical symptoms including headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, and memory decline. If a patient with a concussion vomits, the first step should be to conduct a head CT to rule out the possibility of intracranial hemorrhage. In addition, symptomatic treatment can be actively provided, with metoclopramide commonly used for intramuscular injection.

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concussion symptoms

The symptoms of a concussion must be judged according to the situation. Different types of individuals may exhibit various clinical symptoms, and not all symptoms described in textbooks will necessarily appear. Many will experience dizziness, headache, vomiting, nausea, and other related clinical symptoms; some may experience transient epileptic seizures, limb numbness and weakness, or speech impairments; some individuals might also experience retrograde amnesia, meaning they forget the events that occurred at the time of the injury; and some may enter a state of coma, lasting more than five minutes but less than half an hour. Therefore, these are all symptoms of a concussion, but not everyone will experience them, and some may also have additional symptoms, which should be assessed based on the situation at the time.

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How to administer first aid for a concussion

After a concussion occurs, the injured should be quickly moved from a dangerous environment to a safe area. The injured person should lie flat and rest quietly without sitting up or standing. The head can be appropriately cooled, and it is important to keep the body warm. For patients who are unconscious, it is necessary to keep the airway clear and closely observe their consciousness and pupils. If there are airway secretions or vomiting, they should be cleaned up promptly. If the patient has already experienced respiratory or circulatory problems, immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation should be performed. After the aforementioned emergency treatment, the next step is to transport the patient to a nearby well-equipped hospital for further diagnosis and treatment.

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What should be done for a concussion?

Patients with concussion generally experience fear and anxiety, so it is important to keep them calm and avoid disturbing them as much as possible. Some psychological communication with the patient can help maintain a calm state of mind. Secondly, closely observe the patient's general condition and changes in consciousness to prevent delayed intracranial hemorrhage. Thirdly, administer symptomatic medication as needed, such as pain relievers and sleep aids for symptoms like headache and insomnia. Fourthly, use medications that promote the recovery of nerve cells for treatment.

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Precursors of concussion

Concussions generally do not have precursors, as they occur immediately after the brain is injured and certain clinical symptoms manifest. There is no concept of a precursor with concussions. The clinical symptoms of a concussion primarily appear after a trauma and include headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, retrograde amnesia, and brief periods of unconsciousness. These symptoms must all be present to classify as related to a concussion. If symptoms are present and a head CT scan shows no significant bleeding, a concussion can generally be diagnosed. Therefore, there is no such thing as precursors, only related clinical manifestations.