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What happens to the brain when someone gets knocked out?
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Concussion: Loss of consciousness due to a blow to the head affects brainstem function, especially the reticular activating system, and shuts down awareness for a few minutes. Most concussions are self limiting, with effects totally gone within 2-3 days, but post-concussional pathology can last up to 6 weeks. A permanent brain injury may occur with or without loss of consciousness.
Answered 1/3/2015
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