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Car Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injuries: Observing the Signs of Danger
Car accidents are a serious problem in the state of Texas. Auto manufacturers have made a number of safety advances, including crush zones and airbags. Nevertheless, nearly 60,000 accidents involve serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI's), each year on Texas roads.
July 17, 2011 /Government PR News/ -- Car accidents are a serious problem in the state of Texas. Auto manufacturers have made a number of safety advances, including crush zones and airbags. Nevertheless, nearly 60,000 accidents involve serious injuries each year on Texas roads. Traumatic brain injuries (through concussions or head contusions) are increasingly common in car accidents, as drivers and passengers are suddenly propelled forward, violently jerked backward, then ultimately colliding with headrests.
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) approximately 1.7 million people suffer traumatic brain injuries each year. Other than falls, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of TBI, and they cause more deaths than any other type of accident.
After an accident, many people claim that they feel "fine" or are "just woozy" and refuse medical treatment. However, it is advisable to go to the hospital if only to be evaluated for serious injuries. People may develop different symptoms after a concussion. Some may have cognitive problems such as difficulties concentrating, remembering things or feeling slowed down. Physical injuries, such as headaches, dizziness and balance issues may occur. Some may exhibit mood issues, as they may become more anxious or emotional than normal. People may also have trouble sleeping after TBI.
TBI: Signs of Danger
In limited cases, those suffering TBI may develop a blood clot on the brain. While outward symptoms may be benign, blot clots can be life threatening as the brain swells and presses against the skull. As such, a person who has suffered a head injury in a car accident should seek immediate medical attention if they have any of the following danger signs:
- Headache that gets worse and does not go away
- Weakness, numbness or decreased coordination
- Repeated vomiting or nausea
- Slurred speech
TBI symptoms may not be immediate, so an injured person may need to be observed over time. Accident victims exhibiting the following symptoms should seek medical attention right away:
- Looking very drowsy or cannot be awakened.
- Having one pupil (the black part in the middle of the eye) larger than the other.
- Experiencing convulsions or seizures.
- Failing to recognize people or places.
- Experiencing more confusion, restlessness, or agitation.
TBI occurrances are common in Texas motor vehicle accidents. Victims and their families are entitled to compensation under the law to cover for these types of injuries.
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