What is post-concussion syndrome?

This refers to a neurological condition caused by symptoms that persist after a low-intensity traumatic brain injury, also known as a concussion, whether from a car accident, falls, contact sports, or violent movements of the head and body, among others.

Post-concussion syndrome occurs weeks, months, or years after a brain injury, even if consciousness was not lost.

Like any condition, there are a number of factors that can favor the onset of this condition, the main ones being being female and being in adulthood.

Symptoms usually emerge within the first ten days and disappear after three months. However, they sometimes persist for years, manifesting the following:

• Episodes of anxiety.
• Apathy.
• Fatigue.
• Headaches.
• Stress.
• Insomnia.
• Irritability.
• Dizziness.
• Migraine.
• Concentration and memory problems.
• Mental health problems.
• Sensitivity to noise and light.
• Personality disorders.
• Sleep disorders.
• Blurred vision.
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears).

The specialist will analyze your symptoms and clinical history, then perform a physical exam and request the following studies to confirm the diagnosis, including:

• Electroencephalogram (EEG).
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
• Computed Tomography (CT) scan.
• Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan.
• Video Electroencephalogram (VEEG).

The treatment involves minimizing symptoms through:

• Pain relievers (Analgesics).
• Anti-anxiety medications (Anxiolytics).
• Antidepressants.
• Psychotherapy.
• Physical therapy.

At the Neurological Center, a group of highly trained and certified doctors in the various neurological specialties are prepared to serve you with the quality and warmth that characterizes us.

Neurology Center
Internal medicine
Radiology and Molecular Imaging
Clinical Laboratory