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Concussion a month ago. ct scan was negative. i still have constant headaches. now experiencing confusion, memory loss, dizziness and irritability. what to do now? earliest neuro appt is a month away.

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

See your: primary care doctor if no chance of seeing a neurologist to help eliminate other causes for your symptoms. At your age there are other possibilities especially if these symptoms began after recovery from concussion.

Answered 6/28/2014

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Concussion: Go to an ER for an evaluation ASAP. You can have a slow intracranial bleed which might not have shown on the first CT. Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen etc. Tylenol (acetaminophen) ok. No alcohol. You need another neuro and CT exam.

Answered 3/12/2020

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Seek another neurolo: Ask your doctor for another referral or call around to otehr neurologists to see if you can get an earlier appointment. If you indicate how severe your symptoms are, you might get a sympathetic resonse an an earlier appointment. Most doctors hold open some appointment times for emergencies or patients with pressing needs.

Answered 8/23/2016

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Get help here: You could certainly schedule a Concierge appointment online, and we could assess your situation and perhaps provide earlier guidance.

Answered 6/11/2017

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