How long can post concussion syndrome last along with its symptoms? I sustained a concussion this past halloween after getting pounded in the temple and the forehead,in which a "push came to shove" incident turned into a bloody brawl with me getting the worst of it and the other getting wrestled down until he actually calmed down.This individual was on a mood stabilizer known as lithium but quit.I thought this person was my friend but he ended up "snapping" on me.

 

A: It is not known what causes post concussion syndrome symptoms to occur and persist or why some patients who suffer a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) develop PCS while others do not.It is commonly believed that physiological and psychological factors before, during, and after the injury all take part in the development of PCS
People who have had concussions may experience physical, mental, or emotional symptoms. Symptoms can appear immediately or weeks to months after the initial injury.

	Physical symptoms can include:                                          headache dizziness impaired balance nausea and/or vomiting fatigue or sleepiness inability to sleep decreased libido sensitivity to noise or light ringing in the ears double or blurred vision decreased sense of taste, smell, or hearing

Emotional symptoms may include:

irritability
anxiety
restlessness
depression
lack of emotion
emotional lability or mood swings
lack of ability to tolerate stress or alcohol
aggression

Cognitive or mental symptoms can include:

amnesia or difficulty remembering things
confusion or impaired cognition
impaired judgment
slowed cognitive processing
difficulty with abstract thinking
difficulty concentrating
decrease in work performance
decrease in social skills

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