Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) occur when an external force causes dysfunction in the brain. This can result from a bump, blow, jolt, or penetrating head injury. The severity of a TBI can range from mild, with temporary effects, to severe, leading to long-term complications or even death. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, nearly 3 million people sustain TBIs every year.
Understanding the spectrum of traumatic brain injuries is crucial for timely intervention and appropriate management to minimize the potential long-term impact on individuals affected by these injuries. If you or a loved one has experienced a head injury, seeking medical attention promptly is paramount to assess the severity of the injury and initiate necessary treatment. Brain injuries can have severe life-altering effects if not properly addressed and treated with urgency.
Because time is of the essence, please contact a Folsom and Orange County traumatic brain injury lawyer at Shaaban & Biedgoly now if you think you or a loved one has suffered a head injury that could result in a traumatic brain injury. Let our dedicated catastrophic injury attorneys help you seek the right care and pursue the maximum compensation you deserve.
Common Symptoms of Brain Injuries
Most often, brain injuries are not visible to the naked eye. These are known as “closed head injuries.” Although they do not have visible features, they are nonetheless extremely serious and, if not properly treated, can affect a person and their loved ones forever. Common symptoms of a traumatic brain injury following contact to the head include:
- Memory problems: Difficulty remembering new and old information, forgetfulness, recall.
- Confusion: Feeling lost, unbalanced, and uneasy.
- Headaches: Constant headaches varying in severity.
- Ringing: Hearing constant/variable ringing throughout the day.
- Mood issues: Having random mood swings, being easily aggravated, depression, anxiety.
- Speech: Slurred speech, stuttering, and having difficulty forming sentences.
- Nausea: Having a constant feeling of nausea / that you have to vomit.
- Sensory problems: This includes blurred vision, inability to smell, affected taste, and lost hearing.
If you or a loved one suffered from serious brain damage in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, reach out to our Folsom TBI attorneys as soon as possible.