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I fell of my skateboard and hit my head. what can i do to see if i had a concussion?

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Unconscious: Memory loss, unconsciousness, persistent headaches.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 8/1/2013

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Symptoms make dx: Document your symptoms for example headache, confusin, difficulty paying attention and thinking, nausea or vomiting. If you have these, contact your doctor.

Answered 4/20/2015

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