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26 weeks pregnant. hit top back right side of head on car roof. took nap. woke up now just pain where head hit door. concussion or brain bleed risk??

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Head trauma: Without loss of consciousness, there is always a possibility of a slight concussion, with residual headache or dizziness, but minimal to no risk of a "brain bleed" or stroke. Your pregnancy is protected against this sort of injury.

Answered 10/29/2018

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26 weeks pregnant. hit top back right side of head on car roof. took nap. woke up now just pain where head hit door. concussion or brain bleed risk??

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