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i passed out and slammed my head on the floor earlier today. could i have damaged my brain?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Cardiology 41 years experience

Possible: A firm smack on the head can cause a concussion, or even a subdural hematoma (bleeding around the brain). You should get checked out, also to find out the cause of your syncope.

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