Question 1

my bro 19 yrs old. he has been diagnosed with encephalomalacia starting stages. this is due to severe head injury 12 yrs back. what is treatment? thnx

Accepted Answer

It depends: You should consult rehabilitation specialists for the correct course of action. I assume you have a neurosurgeon since your brother had a head injury. Speak to this provider for the needed care. It is possible that no specific treatment is needed at this time.

Question 2

what is the best treatment of cerebral edema caused by head injury?

Accepted Answer

ER NOW: We can treat cerebral edema with meds in the  short period after head injury;er is the best venue.

Question 3

head injury from syncope, hostpital? about 2-3 hours ago, 33 age, male, 140lbs. fainted hitting his head and chin on counter. continueous headache, blurry vision, freezing like tempatures, sideways gait, his temp is 97.2 degrees ferinheit. treatment given

Accepted Answer

Yes, : Yes, he should go to the hospital.  He shouldn't drive due to his vision. He may well have a concussion and needs prompt medical evaluation.

Question 4

is therapy for closed head injury patients in the first year imporant?

Accepted Answer

Extremely: Most healing occurs in the first 12-18 months. Rehabilitative efforts are most effective during this time as well.

Question 5

told i have a concussion. i had a head injury while negative, or is it just my concussion symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It may take time: If i interpret your question correctly, you have had a concussion and have had a ct scan that was negative. Your physician has made the diagnosis of concussion. This is a clinical diagnosis based on your complaints, physical findings, history you have provided.

Question 6

i had an auto accident a month ago, what symptoms of head injury could start to show now?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Unless your head injury was severe enough to cause brain damage at the time, and i'm guessing not as you are able to be online asking this question, you should not develop new brain problems now.  If there was focal brain damage at the time, there is always a risk of seizure after several months but this is exceedingly low.

Question 7

hi, i suffereed a head injury 3 days ago where i blacked out upon impact but have no symptoms now. can i drink?

Accepted Answer

Not advised: I would not advise doing so. After a concussion, please have a Neurologic examination with your PCP.
Once they have determined that you are well, then they will advise you regarding activities and alcohol consumption.

Question 8

i've had a head injury and concussions over the years. in the last 6 months i have had recurring post concussive symptoms but no new trauma. why?

Accepted Answer

TBI: Symptoms can persist for a long time. Once one has a significant TBI even a minor trauma can precipitate symptoms. Consider seeing a TBI specialist.

Question 9

are signs of a serious head injury apparent pretty quickly after the fall? i've heard it's rare to have symptoms much after 4 hours?

Accepted Answer

Subdural hematoma: and seizures may take longer to present. Brain contusions and epidural hematomas present more rapidly.

Question 10

could symptoms of a head injury get worse after exercise (50 minute run)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: People recovering from a concussion are susceptible to easy fatigue which will contribute to recurrence of symptoms.  Build up your exercising starting slowly and building up slowly to avoid the tiring effect.

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My bro 19 yrs old. he has been diagnosed with encephalomalacia starting stages. this is due to severe head injury 12 yrs back. what is treatment? thnx

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What is the best treatment of cerebral edema caused by head injury?

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Head injury from syncope, hostpital? about 2-3 hours ago, 33 age, male, 140lbs. fainted hitting his head and chin on counter. continueous headache, blurry vision, freezing like tempatures, sideways gait, his temp is 97.2 degrees ferinheit. treatment given

A member asked:

Is therapy for closed head injury patients in the first year imporant?

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Told i have a concussion. i had a head injury while negative, or is it just my concussion symptoms?

A member asked:

I had an auto accident a month ago, what symptoms of head injury could start to show now?

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Hi, i suffereed a head injury 3 days ago where i blacked out upon impact but have no symptoms now. can i drink?

A member asked:

I've had a head injury and concussions over the years. in the last 6 months i have had recurring post concussive symptoms but no new trauma. why?

A member asked:

Are signs of a serious head injury apparent pretty quickly after the fall? i've heard it's rare to have symptoms much after 4 hours?

A member asked:

Could symptoms of a head injury get worse after exercise (50 minute run)?

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