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How Long Does It Take For A Concussion To Heal Itself?

got punched in the face and head in a bar fight about 5 days ago, have some brusing but no swelling. I am feeling really tired all day long after sleeping all night. Think i might have a minor concusion, How long should it take for a concusion to heal it self.
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

If you feel you've been concussed then, you are advised to see a neurologist who can assess you for baseline neurological function.

If you were dazed or lapsed in consciousness for any period of time then, the diagnosis is more likely.

Concussions take different times to heal in different persons depending upon the severity.

In your case, it sounds as if the degree of injury would be considered MILD and you may be feeling back to normal any time within the next several weeks.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist
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How Long Does It Take For A Concussion To Heal Itself?

Hello, If you feel you ve been concussed then, you are advised to see a neurologist who can assess you for baseline neurological function. If you were dazed or lapsed in consciousness for any period of time then, the diagnosis is more likely. Concussions take different times to heal in different persons depending upon the severity. In your case, it sounds as if the degree of injury would be considered MILD and you may be feeling back to normal any time within the next several weeks. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Dariush Saghafi, Neurologist