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I hit the back of my head very hard about a week ago, i thought nothing of it because i didn't loose consciousness, iv been getting headaches since?

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Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

See a doctor: It is possible that you have a subdural hematoma. This is a type of slow bleeding that can occur even weeks after a head trauma. It is very important that you get checked by a doctor as soon as possible. You may also need a head CT.

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Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

I hit the back of my head very hard about a week ago, i thought nothing of it because i didn't loose consciousness, iv been getting headaches since?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Dr Veres and 2 doctors agreed

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