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BRAIN INJURY
TRAUMATIC & NON-TRAUMATIC
Symptoms of Brain Injury
Some, but by no means all, of the problems that may occur following a brain injury are listed below. It is important to remember that depending on degree, any one of these symptoms alone can be disabling:
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Headaches, mild or severe
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Pain which may become chronic and widespread
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Memory problems
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Blurring or reduction in vision
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Changes in hearing such as hearing loss, or ringing in the ears
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Speech and communication problems with an inability to find the right words and misunderstanding what others are saying
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Change in physical or bodily functions
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Difficulty with attention and concentration
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Change in personality
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Irritability, anger and/or frustration
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Fatigue or inability to get going
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Difficulty with tasks or activities, planning the work or school day
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Inability to fall asleep or remain asleep
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Balance and dizziness problems
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Extreme sensitivity to light
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Difficulty following multiple conversations in social settings such as parties, church, etc.
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Difficulty with noisy environments like grocery stores, restaurants, televisions in the next room, or work and school environments (where that difficulty was not present before the injury)
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Depression, which can be related to the traumatic brain injury itself, or as a reaction to changed abilities
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Please note: The information on this website is not meant to replace the advice of a medical professional. You should consult your health care provider regarding specific medical concerns or treatment.