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Could Severe Headache And Dizziness Lead To Concussion?

I hit my head really hard while getting into the cat I had a headache already bit it got worst to where I started to cry its been two days I have these horrible headache. I get dizzy when I get up, can t really eat or I feel like throwing up, and than when Im laying down I feel my heart beat faster plus I have trouble sleeping. Do I have a concussion?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

With the symptoms you describe, concussion is a possibility. See your Doctor if the symptoms last for more than a week or if they get worse. Use painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
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Could Severe Headache And Dizziness Lead To Concussion?

Hello, With the symptoms you describe, concussion is a possibility. See your Doctor if the symptoms last for more than a week or if they get worse. Use painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical