A member asked:
do i have a concussion? yesterday i was snowboarding in winter park colorado. i was extremely intoxicated (poor choice i know) and apparently i fell and hit my head. i was unconscious for a few minutes. ski patrol gave us a sheet of head trauma informatio
2 doctor answers
Dr. Laura McMullen answered
21 years experience Pediatrics
A : A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that involves a bad headache, altered function or alertness and possibly unconsciousness. From what you describe, it sounds as though you likely have suffered from a concussion.
Reasons to seek emergency care are:
-vomiting
-worsening headache
-confusion
-loss of consciousness
-slurred speech
-changes in behavior such as increasing irritability or fussiness
-worsening coordination such as trouble walking or clumsiness
-seizures
-changes in pupils such as one larger than the other
-lasting or recurrent dizziness
-blood or fluid coming from the nose or ears
- large bumps or bruises on areas other than the forehead
recovery can take days, weeks or even months for some. A good rule of thumb is when in doubt, get it checked out!
for more information on concussion see the website i attached below.
Answered on Oct 3, 2016
Dr. Bahman Omrani answered
17 years experience Pain Management
Toxic concussion : Doctors see more injuries from snowboarding accidents than from any other ski sport. That fact alone should tell you not too snowboard while intoxicated. Follow-up with your doctor, get examined and report any symptoms. A brain ct or MRI may be warranted depending on the exam and symptoms.
Answered on Jun 10, 2014
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