What Is Post-Concussion Syndrome?

 Posted on September 19, 2020 in Brain Injuries

The brain is responsible for everything from problem-solving to motor functions. When the brain is damaged in an accident, the injured person may deal with significant cognitive, emotional, and physical symptoms. Concussions are the mildest form of traumatic brain injury, but a concussion can still cause considerable suffering. The symptoms associated with a concussion may be especially debilitating if the sufferer develops post-concussion syndrome.

How Do Concussions Occur?

Concussions can be caused by slip and fall accidents, car accidents, construction accidents, physical violence, and other situations in which the brain is damaged. Often, a concussion occurs when an individual’s brain strikes the inside of his or her skull because of a sudden acceleration or deceleration. Many people who suffer a concussion do not even realize it at the time of their accident. It is only after they begin developing symptoms that they realize something is seriously wrong. A concussion can cause symptoms such as:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Drowsiness
• Slurred speech
• Ringing in the ears
• Blurry vision

Cognitive symptoms such as memory loss, inability to concentrate, and even personality changes can also be caused by a concussion.

Long-Lasting Symptoms

Concussion symptoms typically go away after a few days. However, if a person develops post-concussion syndrome, he or she may have symptoms for several months or longer. Post-concussion syndrome occurs in about 5-30 percent of concussion cases. Older individuals and women develop the condition at a higher rate than the rest of the population. People who experience migraine headaches or have previously suffered a concussion are also at a higher risk of post-concussion syndrome. Post-concussion symptoms often have a dramatic impact on sufferers’’ daily lives. A person suffering from post-concussion syndrome may be unable to work and may even struggle to complete everyday tasks.

Contact a Lake County Personal Injury Lawyer

When another party’s negligence or recklessness causes someone harm, it is only fair that the responsible party be held accountable for this harm. If you or a loved one suffered a concussion in a car accident, slip and fall accident, or another incident, contact Salvi & Maher, L.L.C. Our experienced Waukegan personal injury attorneys have helped countless injured clients pursue compensation for the damages incurred by their injuries. This often includes medical expenses, lost income due to missed work, pain and suffering, and more. Call our office at 847-662-3303 today and schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. We take cases on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay a fee unless we successfully obtain financial compensation for you.

Sources:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/concussion/symptoms-causes/syc-20355594

https://concussionfoundation.org/PCS-resources/what-is-PCS