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Could a pat on my head cause a concussion if i've had repeated falls before?
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No: A light pat on the head won't cause a concussion.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Concussion: It depends on what you call a pat. A light tap on the head should not cause a concussion. A blow to the head or shaking of the head may.
Answered 5/17/2016
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