Can you have a head injury with no symptoms?

It is possible to have a brain injury without having symptoms, but they may surface weeks later. The patient may suddenly experience headaches or dizziness, and it is possible not to remember having the injury. The patient may also have mental health symptoms such as depression or anxiety. Or be more fatigued.

How do you treat a head injury at home?

People can often treat mild head injuries at home. Applying a cold pack to the area can help to reduce swelling. A person can also take Tylenol but should avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and aspirin, unless a doctor prescribes them.

Why is my hematoma hard?

Many injuries can develop a hematoma and give the area a firm, lumpy appearance. If you have an injury, you might have more than a bruise. It’s important to see your doctor if your bruise swells or becomes a firm lump, because it might mean something more severe happened under the skin.

When a bruise has a hard lump?

A flat, purple-colored bruise, such as a black eye, is called an ecchymosis. A swollen, painful, raised lump is called a hematoma. Hematomas form when clotted blood develops as a lump under your skin. An example of a hematoma is the proverbial goose egg on your head.

Can a hit to the head without a concussion cause pain?

However, a hit to the head that does not result in a concussion can still cause pain. This can be related to a small bruise on your knee. It can be hard to distinguish between this and a concussion at the beginning, but concussion symptoms typically last a lot longer and are accompanied by other symptoms.

What happens if you hit your head really hard?

Here’s a checklist to follow if you hit your head really hard: Yes, a significant blow to the head or other serious injuries can lead to a concussion, but don’t count out any minor incidents. Repeat injuries or multiple small bumps to the head can be just as harmful as a single injury, according to the Concussion Legacy Foundation.

What should I do if I get hit in the head?

If you hit your head hard enough to make you dizzy, see a doctor. Pay close attention to and note any change in your senses: Smell, Taste, Sight, Hearing, Touch, all serve as excellent early warning systems for possible trouble. Always take your neurology to a competent professional first, if you can.

What are the symptoms of a head injury?

The more important things to observe are : persistent headaches, dizziness or blurred vision, extremity weakness, etc. especially if they linger more than 24 hrs from the time of injury. In this case see your MD ASAP. Another common kind of head injury is what we call chronic subdural hematoma.