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Why do i get startled so easy is because i had a head injury?

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Hard to say...: Easy startling could be more pronounced in someone with a prior head injury. It also could be due to stress or just within normal variation. If it is really concerning and bothersome, i would seek out the opinion of a health professional.

Dr Dorsey agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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