Traumatic Brain Injury – The Silent Epidemic
Some of the most common limitations associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI) include: partial paralysis, cognitive limitations, memory loss, and impaired speech, among other things.
But what we rarely hear about are the 5.3 million Americans who experts have referred to as the “silent epidemic” because their initial injury is often dismissed as nothing more than a “bump on the head?” At Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law we often see clients very shortly after their accident or injury occurs and we know first hand that many of the injuries initially minimized as just a “bump on the head” are really far more serious and need to be treated accordingly.
If you or a loved one has sustained any type of head injury it is imperative that you seek medical treatment to determine the scope of the injury and the best course of treatment.
Below are some of the symptoms that may indicate a brain injury:
- Headaches or neck pain that won’t go away
- Trouble with such mental tasks as remembering, concentrating, or decision-making
- Slow-thinking, -speaking, -acting or -reading
- Getting lost or easily confused
- Feeling tired all the time, having no energy or motivation
- Mood changes (feeling sad or angry for no reason)
- Changes in sleep patterns (sleeping a lot more or having a hard time sleeping)
- Feeling light-headed or dizzy, or losing balance
- An urge to vomit (nausea)
- Increased sensitivity to lights, sounds, or distractions
- Blurred vision or eyes that tire easily
- Loss of sense of smell or taste
- Ringing in the ears
Time is a critical factor with all head injuries. For years, it was believed that most brain damage occurred immediately upon impact. But we now know that damage to the brain continues for hours or even days. The good news is that if TBI is diagnosed and treated quickly, much of the damage can be avoided.
If you recognize any of the symptoms listed above in someone you love, it is important that you get them proper medical care as soon as possible. For more information on this topic and to learn how Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Lawyers advocate for TBI victims and their families, please call our offices at 713-973-8888 or Toll Free – 800-444-5000.
You can also find more information at:
http://www.terrybryant.com/texas-brain-injury-lawyer.php.
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