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What is the longest time it takes a brain to recover from a concussion?is 3 years was the longest?i got 2con.in 2days.19months later i still have pcs?

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Dr. Peter Hwang answered

Yes: Judging by the way you are typing, it sure appears that you have post concussive syndrome.

Dr Fricke and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/26/2014

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A member asked:

What is the longest time it takes a brain to recover from a concussion?is 3 years was the longest?i got 2con.in 2days.19months later i still have pcs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Hwang answered

Dr Fricke and another doctor agreed

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