A member asked:

Hi. i'm 17 and yesterday i got hit on the side of my head with a basketball. now i have a mild headache. what should i do ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possible concussion: sxs: + or – loss of consciousness, headache / pressure, can't recall event, dizziness, v coordination, ringing in ears, confusion, slurred speech, nausea / vomiting & fatigue. For concussion seek medical care. Seek urgent treatment for loss of consciousness, on-going confusion, seizures, unequal pupils, recurrent vomiting, change in level of consciousness, loss of balance or difficulty walking. >

Answered 11/1/2015

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