Signs & Symptoms
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Any of the symptoms listed below should be taken seriously. Athletes who experience these signs or symptoms after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head should be kept from play until cleared by a health care professional. Signs and symptoms of concussion can last from several minutes to days, weeks, months, or even longer in some cases.
Remember, you can’t see a concussion and some athletes may not experience and/or report symptoms until hours or days after the injury. If you have any suspicion that your athlete has a concussion, you should keep the athlete out of the game or practice.
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SIGNS OBSERVED BY |
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SYMPTOMS REPORTED |
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Appears dazed or stunned |
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Headache |
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Is confused about assignment |
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Nausea |
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Forgets plays |
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Balance problems or dizziness |
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Is unsure of game, score, or opponent |
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Double or fuzzy vision |
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Moves clumsily |
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Sensitivity to light or noise |
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Answers questions slowly |
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Feeling sluggish |
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Loses consciousness |
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Feeling foggy or groggy |
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Shows behavior or personality changes |
Concentration or memory problems |
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Can’t recall events prior to hit |
Confusion |
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Can’t recall events after hit |
Does not "feel right" |