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Is it really true that concussions are easier to get if you had one? what if mris were normal?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Yes, typically concussions are more common if you have had a prior one. MRI or Ct does not diagnose concussion. It does make sure you do not have structural damage. However, concussion is a clinical diagnosis.

Answered 12/20/2016

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