How long should u wait to sleep after a concussion?
Got a bad bump on my head during cricket practice yesterday. The doctor said it's a mild concussion and advised rest. How long should I wait before sleeping after something like this?
Got a bad bump on my head during cricket practice yesterday. The doctor said it's a mild concussion and advised rest. How long should I wait before sleeping after something like this?
My dear, after a concussion, the old advice was to keep someone awake. But modern doctors say, if a medical professional has checked you and given clearance, it is generally okay to sleep. However, someone should still check on you periodically during sleep for the first 24 hours. Always follow the doctor's specific instructions after such an injury.
Hey! For a concussion, the immediate concern is always a more serious brain injury. If you've been seen by a doctor and they've ruled out anything severe, they might tell you it's okay to sleep, but with someone checking on you every few hours. If you haven't seen a doctor, you absolutely need to get checked out first. Don't risk it by just sleeping it off.
Arre beta, sar pe chot lage toh bahut dhyan rakhna chahiye. Pehle ke zamane mein toh kehte the sulaana nahi chahiye. Ab doctors bolte hain agar unhone check kar liya hai, toh theek hai sona, par koi paas ho jo dekhta rahe. Magar sabse pehle, doctor ke paas jaana bahut zaroori hai. Ghar ke nuskhe baad mein, pehle doctor.
After a head injury like a concussion, please don't think about anything else, just go to a doctor for a check-up. The cost of a good doctor's consultation or even a scan is nothing compared to risking your health. Only after a doctor gives you the green light and specific instructions, including about sleeping, should you do so. Better safe than sorry.
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This is a serious matter, don't take it lightly. After any concussion, the immediate and most practical thing to do is see a doctor or go to the emergency room. They will assess if it's safe for you to sleep. Often, they advise someone to monitor you while you sleep for the first 24 hours. Don't just sleep without a medical opinion.
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