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I hit the right side of my head near/on the temple fairly hard on the counter. i didn't blackout but now feel weird 20 mins later. should i go to er?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

You may: Head injuries can be tricky. Feeling strange should raise concern about concussion or subdural hematoma

Answered 10/31/2014

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A member asked:

I hit the right side of my head near/on the temple fairly hard on the counter. i didn't blackout but now feel weird 20 mins later. should i go to er?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

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