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Is it common to have headaches following hitting your head hard on something for a few days after?

Q: is it common to have headaches following hitting your head hard on something for a few days after?

Yes it&#x27;s common, but: -if it continues or gets worse, you should B evaluated by your PCP. If any memory lapse or memory problems, B evaluated now!

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes it's common, but: -if it continues or gets worse, you should B evaluated by your PCP. If any memory lapse or memory problems, B evaluated now!

Answered 2/9/2015

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Depends on how hard: you hit the head.Did you have concussion? If you do get dizziness, Blurred vision, Persistent headache Nausea, then you should be examined.

Answered 2/9/2015

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A member asked:

Is it common to have headaches following hitting your head hard on something for a few days after?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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