Most suspected concussions can be assessed by a healthcare professional within a reasonable timeframe. However, some symptoms may indicate a more serious injury that requires immediate medical attention.

Call 911 or Seek Emergency Care If The Person:

• Loses consciousness
• Has repeated vomiting
• Experiences a seizure
• Has increasing confusion or agitation
• Develops a worsening headache
• Has weakness or numbness in the arms or legs
• Has difficulty speaking or walking
• Has one pupil larger than the other
• Cannot be awakened or becomes increasingly drowsy