Warning Signs Of Post-Concussion Syndrome

Sensitivity To Light And Noise

Another common symptom is sensitivity to light and noise. Painful light sensitivity, otherwise known as photophobia, may present in up to forty-three percent of patients after a traumatic brain injury. If individuals have other risk factors, their rate of photophobia might be higher. Individuals at risk include patients who participate in high-contact sports, activities, and professions. The risk may also increase for those who have had multiple head injuries. The most notable statistic is that between sixty and seventy-five percent of soldiers who had blast-related concussions report light sensitivity. This indicates veterans have one of the highest risks of light sensitivity after a concussion. Noise sensitivity is common following a concussion, but it's unusual for the sensitivity to last for a prolonged period. Sensitivity to noise is often paired with tinnitus.

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