It is not uncommon for a person to be involved in an auto accident, think they’re fine, and later discover that they’ve sustained a serious brain injury. At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas, we’ve worked with many victims who’ve had to deal with long-term consequences of these types of injuries. As a result, we want to make sure that everyone involved in a car accident knows what to look for and what to do if they sustain a brain injury.
Any head injury requires immediate care from a doctor
Concussions and other brain injuries after a car accident are cause for immediate medical care. Many people have no idea what they should be looking for. Here are some of the most common symptoms of head injuries:
- You’re disoriented.
- You’re irritable without reason.
- You’ve lost strength in your feet or hands.
- You have a headache that won’t go away.
- You have lapses in memory.
- You’re extremely sleepy.
- You’re restless.
- You’re vomiting.
- You have a seizure.
If you’ve experienced these symptoms after being involved in a car accident then you should contact your doctor or head to the emergency room.
Many people don’t realize they have a head injury
It’s not uncommon for a person to be involved in a car accident, think they’re fine, leave the scene without medical care, and only find out later that they have a traumatic brain injury or concussion. These medical conditions are not a joke: They can lead to death. If you have a loved one who’s been in an accident, here are the steps you can follow to make sure they don’t have a head trauma:
- Don’t leave them alone for 24 hours after the accident.
- Keep an eye out for new symptoms like unequal pupil dilation, vomiting, or confusion.
- Check on them every few hours.
- If new symptoms arise, they get worse, or they persist, then you should get medical care right away.
What will doctors do if they suspect a head injury?
If you visit the doctor because you suspect you have a head injury, there are several steps they can take to check on you. They may do a CT scan, a CAT scan, or an EEG. They may also do a simple exam. In some cases they may want you to check into the hospital so they can keep an eye on you, and in other situations they may give you a list of symptoms to look for and send you home with directions to keep an eye on yourself.
As you can see, no two head injuries are the same and no two personal injury cases are the same. If you’ve been involved in a car accident then you need Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas on your side. We give every client exceptional care and take the time to understand your unique needs. Call us today at 909-982-0707 for your free consultation.
