Traumatic Brain Injury and how we care for it
Car accidents, blows, and high-impact sports like boxing and football are the leading cause. Men are more prone than women to traumatic brain injury due to the nature of the activities men perform.
The symptoms vary depending on the severity of the impact on the head. Temporary loss of consciousness and blurry vision are the most common symptoms. While a severe trauma could result in amnesia, difficulty speaking and coordinating movements, and partial loss of memory.
Low – Mild TBI symptoms:
- Headaches
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Ringing in the ears
- Mood Changes
- Troubles with memory, concentration, attention, or thinking
Severe TBI symptoms:
- Chronic headaches
- Vomiting or nausea
- Seizures
- Not being able to wake up from sleep
- Loss of coordination
- Increased confusion, restlessness, or agitation
Moderate to severe TBI requires medical attention to prevent further damage. You must check your signs, blood pressure, and oxygen to double-check that your brain is functioning correctly.
Doctors will determine the treatment you should follow. They can prescribe anticoagulants to prevent blood clots, stimulants to increase attention, rehabilitation therapies (like speech therapy), and even surgery.
It is important to point out that if surgery is needed and partial loss of function in the brain is present, the treatment is to prevent further deterioration of the patient’s capacities. However, there is no cure for it.
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