The Glasgow coma scale determines the severity of the head injury. For example, patients who have spontaneous eye movements, orientation to the environment, and follow the commands get 15 points. In contrast, flaccid patients with no eye-opening or speech are given a minimum score of three points. A value of 8 or less indicates comatose condition and severe head injury, 9 to 12 represents moderate head injury, and 13 to 15 symbolizes mild injury.
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Should I be concerned about the head injury that occurred 14 years ago when I was drunk?
Query: Hello doctor, I was drunk and bumped into a tall dresser which knocked a dinner plate off the top and hit me on the head about 14 years ago. I do not remember much as I was drunk. When I woke up the next day, I felt completely fine. I had a very small cut on my head so I did not consult the doctor. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, the person experiences vomiting, headache, and dizziness after a head injury, but you did not experience any of these symptoms then, so do not worry. Everything is fine, and you did not experience any symptoms afterward. Are you taking any medicine currently... Read Full »
I hit my head against the fridge and got a small bump. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I hit my head on my fridge about an hour ago. This left me with a bump in the back of my head and a slight headache. I am currently on Meclizine 25 mg, Amlodipine 5 mg, Metoprolol 25 mg and Zoloft 25 mg. I am wondering what to do. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to know the following, 1) Did you get a bump on the back of your head? 2) What' the size? I mean, how big is it?. 3) A Bump or swelling alone is not enough to determine whether you need medical attention or not. 4) Monitor... Read Full »