“Should I see a doctor after a possible concussion?”

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“Should I see a doctor after a possible concussion?”

I hit my head on the corner of a counter pretty hard. I had trouble with balance, and now my vision is blurry. Should I see a doctor?

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**Dr. Sean A. Jebraili** Neurosurgeon Loudoun and Fairfax, Virginia · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sean A. Jebraili Neurosurgeon Loudoun and Fairfax, Virginia

It is always reasonable to consult with the neurosurgeon or a neurologist if you suspect that you suffered from a concussion.

**Mrs. Suranganee Mary De Lanerolle** Neurologist Stony Brook, NY · Accepted Answer

Mrs. Suranganee Mary De Lanerolle Neurologist Stony Brook, NY

yes

**Yannick Grenier** Neurosurgeon Cincinnati, Ohio · Accepted Answer

Yannick Grenier Neurosurgeon Cincinnati, Ohio

Yes, balance and vision problems are best evaluated by the doctor.

**Dr. John Cummings** Neurosurgeon Carmel, Indiana · Accepted Answer

Dr. John Cummings Neurosurgeon Carmel, Indiana

It’s also safer to see your doctor as even a minor hit to the head can cause post concussion headaches and some type of bleeding may have occurred.