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Can you get a concussion from intense sex like if your head is jerking everywhere but it don't hit anything?

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Probably not.: Concussion comes from hitting your head typically.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/12/2016

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Not likely...: A concussion is usually caused by direct head trauma. Maybe take it easy in the sack for a while.

Dr Weston agreed

Answered 11/12/2016

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