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Anyone can become injured during a fall, car accident, or any other daily activity. If you participate in impact sports such as football or boxing, you have an increased risk of getting a concussion. Concussions are usually not life-threatening, but they can cause serious symptoms that require medical treatment.

•Concussion Signs Observed•
🌚Can’t recall events prior to or after a hit or fall.
🌘Appears dazed or stunned.
🌓Forgets an instruction, is confused about an assignment or position, or is unsure of the game, score, or opponent.
🌗Moves clumsily.
🌖Answers questions slowly.
🌕Loses consciousness (even briefly).
🌔Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes.

•How a concussion is treated•

Treatment for a concussion depends on the severity of your symptoms. You might need surgery or other medical procedures if you have:

🏏bleeding in the brain
🏇🏼swelling of the brain
🪂a serious injury to the brain

However, most concussions don’t require surgery or any major medical treatment 👉🏼

If the concussion is causing headaches, your doctor may recommend over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol). Your doctor will also probably ask you to get plenty of rest, avoid sports and other strenuous activities, and avoid driving a vehicle or riding a bike for 24 hours or even a few months, depending on the severity of your injury. Alcohol might slow recovery, so ask your doctor if you should avoid drinking it. If you should avoid alcohol, ask your doctor for how long.