Friday, March 8, 2024
What is concussion?
Concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury where the brain is shaken inside the skull due to external forces such as a fall, blow to the head or whiplash. Concussions can cause several symptoms and signs even if standard diagnostic imaging such as a CT scan or MRI appears normal. A concussion can occur even if a person does not lose consciousness.
How can concussion affect vision?
An estimated 90 per cent of concussion patients experience some visual symptoms in the early days following a concussion. These symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, eye strain, visual fatigue, sensitivity to light, sensitivity to motion, blurry or double vision, and difficulty focusing or concentrating on what the eyes are focused on.
Learn more from Dr. Kristine Dalton.
