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I'm on wk 3 of concussion? how much longer? why can't i go back to work with headaches ?

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Dr. Connie Topliff answered

Specializes in Family Medicine, Board Certified

It may not be...: The headaches that are apparently causing your doc to recommend rest. Rather the headaches are signs that your brain tissue is still healing, & hence, needs to be rested. Please ask your doc (neurologist?) to clarify this for you @ help you understand their thoughts on the criteria for you to start work again. Part time and light duty might be a good starting point.

Answered 4/24/2015

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A member asked:

I'm on wk 3 of concussion? how much longer? why can't i go back to work with headaches ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Connie Topliff answered

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