People with a concussion need to be seen by a doctor. Most people with concussions are treated in an emergency department or a doctor's office. Some people must stay in the hospital overnight for further treatment. Sometimes the doctors may do a CT scan of the brain or do other tests to help diagnose your injuries. Even if the brain injury doesn't show up on these tests, you may still have a concussion. Your doctor will send you home with important instructions to follow.

Many millions of adults, worldwide, get headaches regularly. Headaches are among the most common physical complaints prompting people to treat themselves or get professional assistance. One estimate holds that some 50 million people in the U.S. get severe, long-lasting, recurring headaches. Most headaches are not signs of serious underlying conditions, but they can be very distracting, debilitating and account for significant amounts of time lost from work. See similar questions...

It has been widely estimated that between 8% and 49% of newborns suffer from colic, or an estimated average of 22% of all newborns who suffer from colic at some time. The condition is regarded as self-limiting, disappearing spontaneously at three months of age; however, studies have shown that many cases of colic will persist until six and even 12 months of age, causing considerable distress and frustration for both children and parents. See similar questions...

The most common form of scoliosis is called idiopathic scoliosis, which basically means that the cause is unknown. Anyone can suffer from scoliosis; the condition usually begins in childhood, although too often it is not identified until the teenage years or later. Scoliosis tends to run in families, and it affects many more girls than boys. See similar questions...

A concussion is defined as "an immediate acceleration, deceleration, or stopping event causing temporary or permanent damage to the structures of the head." The vestibular system, and more specifically the labyrinthine structures within the inner ear, appear to be more susceptible to blunt head trauma than the skull or brain. Symptoms from both types of concussions can be similar; however, the treatment for each is significantly different. See similar questions...

A concussion results from a blow to the head which causes the brain to strike the skull. A concussion does not cause any structural damage to the brain, but can cause temporary loss of functioning. Headaches, memory loss and sleep disturbance may be some of the problems suffered after such an injury. See similar questions...

No, an AED will not save every person who suffers from sudden cardiac arrest. No device is a foolproof means of survival. As indicated above, children or adults who develop cardiac arrest caused by a slowing of the heart rate (bradycardia) or cardiac standstill (asystole) cannot be treated with an AED. These rhythms do not respond to electric shocks, so the AED will not allow a shock to be activated and standard CPR measures should be performed. See similar questions...

Almost everyone experiences some sort of neck pain or stiffness at one time or another. Because you are human and walk upright, your head is "balanced" atop your spinal column. If the muscles that support your head are not kept strong and in good condition, the upper part of your spinal column is vulnerable to strains and injuries. Older people, whose joints have been worn by much use over time, are subject to osteoarthritis (also known as degenerative joint disease or DJD). See similar questions...

In some cases a concussive injury can produce a mild brain injury. A concussion is a temporary injury. However, a concussive injury can lead to stretching and tearing of nerve fibers in the brain, producing longer-term effects. These injuries usually don’t show up in CAT scans and neurological examinations. In some cases, since the person never “lost consciousness” a full neurological exam never takes place. See similar questions...

Answer: Maybe. Once you have a concussion, the symptoms from the next brain injury (concussion) will be more intense. Please take care of yourself. See similar questions...

This table is a compilation of data on the toxicology and reported use of pesticides in California in the years 1991 to 1995. Pesticides were included if they met two criteria: 1) they appear on the indicated official lists of toxic pesticides and 2) they were used in California during the years 1991 to 1995." See similar questions...

Diet and dental health need to be optimum. It may be necessary to provide additional treatment. Please consult the articles FLUTD and Preventative dentistry. See similar questions...

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Answer: Have you been diagnosed with a concussion? Have you seen a physician? If you have a concussion, in general the symptoms will go away in 6 weeks. If they continue, you are experiencing what is called Post Concussive Syndrome. My book goes into extensive detail about it. See similar questions...

XLR8 properly positions your upper and lower molars and prevents the jaw from slamming into the base of your skull. The hard outer material works like a shock absorber in combination with the soft material to absorb impact and cushion your teeth. See similar questions...

Twenty-four percent of adult men and nine percent of adult women, or more than 20 million Americans, are estimated to have some degree of obstructive sleep apnea. Of these, six million are estimated to have cases severe enough to warrant immediate therapeutic intervention. See similar questions...

Many people suffer from sensitive teeth and it can start at any time. It is more common in people aged between 20 and 40, although it can affect people in their early teens and when they are over 70. Women are more likely to be affected than men. See similar questions...

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The common early symptoms of concussion are headache, vertigo, nausea and dizziness. Common later symptoms are anxiety, depression, chronic headaches, poor sleep, personality changes, depression and intolerance to loud noises or bright lights. See similar questions...