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Head Injuries | Virginia<\/p>

Hit Your Head? Know the Signs That Need the ER Now<\/h1>

Some head injuries look minor at first. Learn which warning signs call for emergency care right away, and how Correll Law Firm helps people hurt in crashes across the Shenandoah Valley, Richmond and Henrico County.<\/p>

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Wondering when to go to the ER after hitting your head? Go now, or call emergency services, if the person shows any emergency sign on the list below. Those signs include being knocked out, having a seizure, or not being able to stay awake. Other head hits call for close watching at home. This guide covers the warning signs from the CDC<\/a> and the NHS<\/a>. It also covers what to watch for later and what matters after a car or truck crash in Virginia.<\/p>\n

Why a hit to the head deserves a closer look<\/h2>\n

A hit to the head can range from a minor bump to a serious brain injury, and the two can look alike at first. A concussion is a type of brain injury. The CDC HEADS<\/a> UP materials describe concussion and its warning signs in plain terms.<\/p>\n

The size of a bump doesn’t tell you much. The signs tell you more. Feeling fine in the first few minutes doesn’t rule out an injury, so keep checking. A person hurt in a crash may be shaken, unsure what happened, or unable to describe how they feel. Treat that as a reason to watch more closely, not less.<\/p>\n

Ask the person what happened, but don’t rely only on their answers. Look at them, listen to how they speak, and notice how they move. Keep the signs list handy so you can check it again if anything changes.<\/p>\n\n

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Talk it through with Correll Law Firm — we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p>

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Warning signs that mean go to the ER now<\/h2>\n

Go to the ER now, or call emergency services, if the person has any sign below. The NHS<\/a> advises an emergency call when someone has been knocked out and has not woken up. It also advises one when a person cannot stay awake or keep their eyes open, or has a seizure, also called a fit.<\/p>\n

The CDC<\/a> lists other warning signs that call for prompt medical care:<\/p>\n