The head is one of the most sensitive parts of the whole body, because there is a brain, responsible for the regulation of the functions of all organs. Despite the fact that the skull consists of strong bones, in the process of vital activity, any person can face craniocerebral injuries, to the less severe category of which include a concussion of the brain. This can happen:
- when falling;
- in the case of a transport accident;
- in sports, etc.
In order to help the victim in time or to himself, it is necessary to know what symptoms are manifested in the first place in case of concussion of the brain.
The main symptoms of concussion of the brain
To determine concussions in a person, you just need to observe his state and behavior. Talk about the presence of a tremor can be if you find the following symptoms:
- loss of consciousness immediately after a fall or injury to the head;
- convulsions;
- different in size pupils;
- severe headache;
- impaired coordination of movements , accompanied by dizziness;
- lethargy and drowsiness;
- short-term memory loss;
- intensified reaction to light and sounds accompanied by pain syndrome;
- temperature increase.
With a slight concussion of the brain, his symptoms will be obvious and noticeable only at the first time after getting injured. Over time, they become less pronounced, therefore, it is very important, after noticing the first signs of a malaise, to immediately provide first aid.
With a more severe degree of concussion, the symptoms are longer, and often accompanied by fever.
What to do with a concussion?
The procedure for detecting a concussion is as follows:
- Immediately after the victim showed symptoms of a mild form of concussion, he should be laid on a flat surface, but his head should remain slightly elevated.
- If there are wounds, they must be treated and a bandage applied.
- Constantly drink the affected person, apply cooling compresses on his forehead and do not let fall asleep.
- After the condition stabilizes, you should go to the doctor.
In a more complicated case, when the victim is unconscious, immediate medical attention should be called for. Until she arrived, the person should be laid so that the air can freely, without any obstacles, get into the lungs. To do this, his head should be kept in the thrown-up position, while turning to the right side, and the left arm and leg to bend at a right angle.
Symptoms of possible consequences of concussion
To treat craniocerebral injuries of any severity is necessary in the hospital, under the constant supervision of doctors. Victims with pronounced symptoms, manifested with a concussion of the brain, must necessarily be hospitalized. If this is not done, complications may develop.
Unpleasant consequences caused by concussion of the brain, a lot. Some of them may appear even a few years after getting injured. They include:
- depression;
- insomnia;
- headache;
- dizziness ;
- neuroses;
- psychoses;
- excessive anxiety;
- irritability;
- poor tolerance of alcohol;
- increased sensitivity to viral and infectious diseases;
- cramps and chilliness of the extremities.
Therefore, in order to minimize the risk of the consequences of concussion of the brain, it is necessary to take very seriously the course of treatment prescribed by the doctor:
- Take all prescribed medications.
- At first, after getting injured, keep bed rest.
- Do not worry.
If you clearly follow all the doctor's recommendations, then the chances of recovery and never again remembering that you had a concussion will be maximum.