In a word, yes. A doctor may diagnose your concussion as “mild” because they are rarely life-threatening.
Still, a concussion can have serious consequences, such as:
- Loss of memory/amnesia
- Reduced consciousness
- Neurological effects including loss of vision, change in speech, and muscle weakness
- Changes in mental health, including slower thinking, trouble concentrating, and disorientation.
In many cases, the nature of the symptoms makes it difficult for TBI sufferers to recognize or acknowledge they are having problems.
