How Do You Assess Post-Concussion Brain Damage?
A person who sustains a serious concussion must be monitored closely for signs of post-concussion brain damage. If you experience lingering concussion symptoms, a condition known as post concussion syndrome (PCS), have a physician assess your long-term prognosis. Learn to recognize the symptoms of lingering concussion damage. A mild concussion will not induce loss of consciousness, and will generally only result in temporary dizziness or disorientation that quickly abates. Any loss of consciousness, persistent headaches or neurological, sensory, cognitive or mood impairments that develop in the days following the injury should be discussed with a doctor. Have a neurologist arrange a computed topography (CT) scan to assess any possible brain damage. A CT scan makes an electronic map of the brain, allowing doctors to pinpoint abnormalities that may suggest the presence of brain damage. Assess any potential brain damage by having a doctor perform a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. A
