Symptoms of Brain Injury

Since your brain sends signals to the rest of your body in order to help each part function properly (including the way you move, think, feel, and act), symptoms of a brain injury can vary from cognitive to more physical types. Often appearing soon after a trauma or blow to the head, many symptoms of brain injuries exist in noticeable ways. On the other hand, some cases of brain injury result in more subtle symptoms, making it difficult– even for the injured person– to notice the warning signs of a brain injury.

The following is a list of symptoms typically indicating a mild brain injury:
Headache
Brief unconsciousness
Ringing in the ears
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Bad or unusual taste in the mouth
Forgetfulness
Difficulty concentrating
Confusion
Mood swings

Victims of moderate to severe brain injuries tend to experience these symptoms:
Headache that will not go away
Seizures or convulsions
Numbness or weakness in arms, legs, hands, or feet
Sleepiness or difficulty waking up
Slurred speech or speech impairment
Dilated pupils or problems with visual perception
Nausea or vomiting
Decreased coordination
Irritability
Loss of skills in problem solving
Conduct disorder and/or personality disorder
Swelling

Children with brain injuries are not always able to communicate the symptoms they are experiencing (headaches, disorientation, and blurred vision or other problems relating to the senses), adults should pay attention to the following symptoms in their children:

Refusal to eat
Seeming lack of interest or energy
Tendency to become "cranky"
Change in sleep patterns
Change in performance at school

If you believe that you or your loved one may have a brain injury or traumatic brain injury, consult a physician immediately. If your injury occurred in an automobile accident or accident at work that was no fault of your own, call 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.

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