Symptoms of a concussion can be delayed for days or weeks after an injury, which is why concussions are so often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. Plus, signs of a concussion can be subtle enough to be missed, not only by the injured and their family or friends, but also by doctors.

Those who have suffered a mild TBI – from athletes, soldiers, and injured workers to auto accident victims and elderly people who have fallen – can look and act normal, but their thoughts and feelings can be quite abnormal.

After sustaining a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), there are many symptoms you may experience, some more severe than others. Because each concussion is unique to the individual who experiences it, concussion sufferers will have a unique set of symptoms. Your injury may cause memory, attention, and creativity issues, while others may result in personality changes and cognitive dysfunction.

Symptoms of a concussion should never be ignored – even if you have just one symptom on the list. No matter how mild your symptoms may seem, they can still put you at risk for long-term health issues, which is why you should consult a neurologist for a comprehensive neurological evaluation of your condition.