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Will getting hit on the head really hard cause unknown brain damage?

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You: Either have clinical evidence of brain damage or you don't. If you aren't sure of your neurological status please see a neurologist for an evaluation.

Answered 6/29/2013

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Will getting hit on the head really hard cause unknown brain damage?

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Dr. Paxton Daniel answered

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