Some people think that traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
happen when the person is knocked out and wake up with no memory at all
about what happened. While this is true in some cases, TBI can manifest
in other ways. Here are some common misconceptions about TBI:
•Blunt-force
Impacts – The truth is even repeated minor hits can accumulate and
become problematic later on in life. Not all brain damages are caused by
blows or impacts, though, and in fact exposure to toxic and poisonous
substances, or even just lack of oxygen, can both result to brain
damage. Abuse of drugs, certain infections, as well as development of
tumors and other neurological illnesses can also be factors for acquired
brain damage.
•Passing Out – While loss of consciousness is a
very alarming sign, not all concussions result to fainting. It is
estimated that only 10% of concussions result to fainting, so you can
never be too sure.
•Walking Off – As a brain injury lawyer would
point out, some brain damages develops over time. The effects of the
impact can take months or even years before signs are observed. This is
what commonly happens to most athletes or victims of domestic abuse.
•Periodic
Rises – Unless advised by the doctor, there is no reason to rouse an
injured person at certain intervals, and not let him or her get
continuous rest.
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