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I was accidently hit on side of head by a golf club..wondering if i need to have it checked. eyes are not dilated but pain swelling increased.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Cathleen London answered

Concussion: You could still have a concussion - would be a good idea to be checked.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Caridad Santos answered

Check up right away: You could have a subdural hemorrhage which manifests symptoms such as severe headache, disorientation after 24 hrs. Have ourself checked right away.

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/6/2015

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A member asked:

I was accidently hit on side of head by a golf club..wondering if i need to have it checked. eyes are not dilated but pain swelling increased.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Cathleen London answered

Dr. Caridad Santos answered

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

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