How Can I know if I Have a Brain Injury After an Accident

A brain injury one of the most devastating forms of personal injury.  According to published statistics by the Center for Disease Control an estimated 1.4 Million individuals visit the emergency room due to a traumatic brain injury every year; with over 270,000 long term hospitalizations and over 50,000 deaths.  There are many different signs and symptoms of brain injury.  Different individuals may experience different symptoms based on the severity of the injury, the specific part of the brain that was injured and the general health of the individual. One thing is certain,  If at any time you suspect that you have suffered a traumatic brain injury seek medical attention immediately.  Every second counts; the quicker you receive medical attention the better the chances of a recover Common Symptoms of Brain Injury: Physical Symptoms:

• Persistent headaches
• Headaches that get worse over time
• Vomiting
• Bleeding from the ear nose
• White fluids form oozing form the ears

Cognitive Symptoms

• Behavioral Changes after an accident
• Irritability
• Inability to sleep
• Loss of analytical processing
• Loss of balance
• Anxiety and Depression
• Inability to control ones temper

Physiological Disorders

• Psychosis
• Chronic Fatigue
• Sexual Issues
•  Inability to move
• Slurred Speech

For more information in specific legal and medical issues of traumatic brain injury visit our Brain Injury Lawsuit Legal Guide.