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Hello, so yesterday, i slipped on the ground and fell on my knees and shoulder. i immediately got up and suddenly i had severe dizziness. i had to sit down for like 1 minute and it went away. could it be a concussion? didnt fall on my head or neck?

Q: hello, so yesterday, i slipped on the ground and fell on my knees and shoulder. i immediately got up and suddenly i had severe dizziness. i had to sit down for like 1 minute and it went away. could it be a concussion? didnt fall on my head or neck?

: Your description is NOT a head injury or concussion, but most consistent with vasovagal reaction to trauma.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Your description is NOT a head injury or concussion, but most consistent with vasovagal reaction to trauma.

Answered 3/4/2022

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A member asked:

Hello, so yesterday, i slipped on the ground and fell on my knees and shoulder. i immediately got up and suddenly i had severe dizziness. i had to sit down for like 1 minute and it went away. could it be a concussion? didnt fall on my head or neck?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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