Question 1

how long do i have to stay up after hitting my head .? and if i was to go to sleep how would i be able to sleep ?

Accepted Answer

Head trauma: The most significant finding after head trauma is loss of consciousness (LOC). Other important findings are seizure, ataxic gait (walking like your drunk), vomiting, headache, excessive sleepiness. These are all warning signs of potential bleeding in the brain. If you have any of them go to ER immediately for evaluation!!

Question 2

is it bad to go to sleep after hitting your head?

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Sleep: After hitting your head the first question is how severe was the head injury, did you pass out, are you having any physical symptoms, if you are concerned and not sure please call 911 or go to er to rule out head injury related damage or bleed.

Question 3

is it possible for me to go to sleep after hitting my head in a fall?

Accepted Answer

Possible concussion: Sxs: + or – loss of consciousness, headache / pressure, can't recall event, dizziness, v coordination, ringing in ears, confusion, slurred speech, nausea / vomiting ; fatigue. For concussion seek medical care. Seek urgent treatment for loss of consciousness, on-going confusion, seizures, unequal pupils, recurrent vomiting, change in level of consciousness, loss of balance or difficulty walking.&gt;.

Question 4

can you let me know how many hours do you have to wait to go to sleep after hitting your head?

Accepted Answer

Sleep and TBI: It depends on how hard you hit your head, even if it was not hard it depends on how you react to it
i would go to er and get medical clearance when in doubt.

Question 5

im finishing up the last quest go to sleep i wake up and it feels like someone hit me in my head with a hammer. what do i do? and what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Vague: Duration, severity and frequency are important here.  Do you suffer with these symptoms every morning?  I would call your dr. To help.

Question 6

can i go to sleep after i hit my head?

Accepted Answer

Usually: Possible concussion sxs: + or – loss of consciousness, headache / pressure, can't recall event, dizziness, v coordination, ringing in ears, confusion, slurred speech, nausea / vomiting &amp; fatigue. For concussion seek medical care. Seek urgent treatment for loss of consciousness, on-going confusion, seizures, unequal pupils, recurrent vomiting, change in level of consciousness, loss of balance or &gt;

Question 7

i hit my head a few hours ago and i am scared to go to sleep. how long should i wait?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you blacked out and have possible concussion, it is recommended to monitor you for any changes in your mentation every 2 hours for the next 24 hours.  If you just bumped head without losing consciousness, make sure that you are not having visual issues or nausea for about 3-4 hours.  If you are concerned, seek medical attention (better safe than sorry).

Question 8

hit my head wayyy to hard and afraid to go to sleep because of coma. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Heat Injury: Loss of consciousness? Headache? Visual changes? Dizziness? Balance problems? Ringing in the ears?  Confused? Emotionally labile?  If you are feeling ill since your head injury then please get prompt medical attention. 
Take care.

Question 9

i hit my head in the shower but don't have a headache, can i go to sleep?

Accepted Answer

YES: YES. Be aware of warning signs for concussion/head trauma.  Assuming you do NOT have these symptoms, you will be fine. If symptoms occur get examined at ER.

Question 10

i hit my head a couple times on a metal top of a checkers board game. i think i have a concussion but not sure and i'm not sure if i should go to sleep. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Hello. : Hello. Symptoms of a concussion can include: headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, blurred vision, slurred speech, weakness, feeling dazed, numbness, lack of coordination, problems with short term memory, dizziness as well as repeating things over and over.  You can develop a concussion with or without loss of consciousness. If you have these types of symptoms, recommend that you see a doctor. If not, allow yourself to get the sleep you need.

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Is it possible for me to go to sleep after hitting my head in a fall?

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Can you let me know how many hours do you have to wait to go to sleep after hitting your head?

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Im finishing up the last quest go to sleep i wake up and it feels like someone hit me in my head with a hammer. what do i do? and what does that mean?

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Can i go to sleep after i hit my head?

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I hit my head a few hours ago and i am scared to go to sleep. how long should i wait?

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Hit my head wayyy to hard and afraid to go to sleep because of coma. what do i do?

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I hit my head in the shower but don't have a headache, can i go to sleep?

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I hit my head a couple times on a metal top of a checkers board game. i think i have a concussion but not sure and i'm not sure if i should go to sleep. what should i do?

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