How do you get a concussion?

A concussion is a state of change in the way the brain works, induced by trauma, that may (or may not) be accompanied by unconsciousness or amnesia. Most concussions, uncomplicated by other injuries, resolve themselves vert quickly, without residual trace.

Other complications that appear with concussions but that are not the same as concussions are skull fractures, cerebral, dural, and epidural hematoma, as well as quite a few others, each with its own prognosis.

If you self-diagnose a concussion, you might consider making your way to a hospital, where they'll evaluate you. It isn't always the case you'll get the full battery of imagery testing, or any at all, depending on their perception of the extent of the concussion (and if in fact it is one).

Intercranial bleeds are very uncommon with a normal, non-complicated concussion.