While some concussion symptoms show up immediately, some don’t appear until days or weeks afterwards. Even if the person seemed fine after the incident, they may begin to show signs of a concussion later on.  The victim may exhibit signs such as slurred speech, confusion, nausea or vomiting, impaired balance or coordination, dizziness, blurred vision, or headache. These symptoms could indicate medical issues other than a concussion, so it’s important to have the person examined by a healthcare provider. Sudden changes in behavior or mood often indicate a concussion. If the person seems grouchy, irritable, angry, sad, or otherwise emotional, seemingly without a reason, they may have a concussion. If the person becomes violent, acts out, or loses interest in their favorite things or activities, this can also indicate a concussion. People that are suffering from concussions are often more sensitive to bright lights and loud noises. If these things make the person cringe or complain of pain, or if they have ringing in their ears, they may have a concussion. Look for behavior that contradicts their usual patterns or habits. If the person has lost their appetite or is eating much more than normal, it could be a sign of a concussion. Similarly, if the person has trouble sleeping or is sleeping excessively, they may have a concussion. Even if the person seems clear-headed after the incident, they may develop issues later on. If they seem unfocused, unable to concentrate, or have trouble remembering things that happened either before or after the incident, they likely have a concussion. If the person that you suspect may have a concussion is a child, determine if they seem to be crying more than usual. Though most of the concussion symptoms are the same in children and adults, children may cry excessively because they are in pain, feeling off, or don’t know how to express what is wrong.
راقب الأعراض التي تظهر على المُصاب في الأيام والأسابيع التالية للحادثة. راقب حدوث تغيرات في الحالة المزاجية أو السلوك خلال الشهر التالي للحادثة. حدد ما إذا كان المُصاب يعاني من حساسية شديدة للصوت أو الضوء. راقب أي تغييرات في أنماط النوم أو الأكل. تحقق من معاناة المُصاب من مشاكل في الذاكرة أو عجز عن التركيز. راقب حالات البكاء المفرطة لدى الأطفال.