Mild Concussion almost a month ago/Post Concussion symptom

[paty123]

I hit my head very hard about a month ago.  I fell out of a car and smacked my head.  Was intoxicated.  Had a huge lump.  Went to Urgent Care 3 days later, no need for a CT scan just a mild concussion.  Did not have any symptoms beside bruised head.  Next day, I was very, very dazed. Felt like I was in a dream  Day after that had some mild headaches.  Went to my regular GP 3 days later.  Again, no need for CT scan just had a mild concussion.  I have severe anxiety.  Now a month later, I get very slight twinges of a headache for a couple seconds near my eyes (3 or 4 times a day) where I hit my head.  Some days I feel just fine and other days I feel dazed ( out of it, foggy) for a couple of hours.  Every day I have "twinges" about 3 or 4 times a day  My anxiety is an issue I'm sure with this.  My doc said people with GAD take longer to recover sometimes.  She said I DO NOT need a CT Scan but would send me to one if this would stop my anxiety.  I think I will have anxiety about radiation.

Are the twinges of headache and occasional dazed feeling normal after a month?

[VeryPessimistic]

I am also having these problems but its was only 4 days ago. Jw if you can answer, are you getting better by the day or is the same everyday from this point on? Maybe go to the doctor and get the CT scan. I am also working, but driving gets me dizzy.

my case: I was also intoxicated, but got into a fight which I do not remember since I blacked out. No insurance for me so it is going to be expensive.

[paty123]

Sorry, typing on my cell.  Did u mean I wld have other symptoms then just mild headaches for anything.internal?  I am going to work, etc.  I can't wait to feel better.  I am also starting some anxiety meds...

[paty123]

Did you mean I wld have other symptoms if the.agnything intenal? I feel fine except the headache and the few times I feel dazed.  

Thank you! I appreciate your response!!

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
I am sorry to hear about your medical problems.  Yes, headaches/twinges can be due to anxiety. Also, scalp is a very sensitive area and can remain painful for months. Having said this, the headaches could also be due to post traumatic stress or due to post concussion syndrome. Internal injury can only be ruled out through a CT scan/MRI and usually causes more symptoms than a localized pain. However, you can discuss these possibilities in detail with your doctor. You may need some mild medication for anxiety. Also, doing a CT may help overcome you fear for something serious. Also, try deep breathing exercises, eat healthy, listen to music, keep yourself busy, go for regular walks and drink . Hope this helps. Take care!

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[paty123]

How long before a doctor responds??

[paty123]

sorry twinges of a headache near my eyes and twinges (like a pinch) near where I hit my head.  Only for a couple seconds at a time.