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Got hit in the head w/ ball yesterday & have bad headache today. i think i might have a concussion.can i go to doctor tomorrow or should go to er now?
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Now will always be : Safer. Amazes me how many people wait and never wake up. If i were you now would be the safe thing to do. Please.
Answered 3/11/2021
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Now: Go now, not worth waiting, better to be safe than sorry.
Answered 3/11/2021
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Agree with my colleagues, as it is worthwhile to confirm stability. A concussion results in avoiding competitive sports for 4-6 weeks, and since you were hit by a ball, this may well be a pertainent issue.
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