If you suffer a traumatic brain injury, it can come with a wide variety of symptoms. Some common examples include:
- Headaches or migraines
- Dizziness and balance issues
- Trouble with motor control
- Memory loss
- Mood swings
- Fatigue
- Sensitivity to sounds and lights
The exact symptoms will depend on the severity of the injury, the portion of the brain that was affected, how severe that injury is, and many other related factors. One question you may find yourself asking is whether that traumatic brain injury is truly going to heal or if you could have permanent symptoms.
Limitations in healing
When it comes to TBIs, each case is unique. Some people do see complete healing given time and treatment. Others do not.
One important detail to consider is that the brain is fairly limited when it comes to healing. Other parts of the body can create new cells, or existing cells can replicate to replace lost tissue. Examples include blood cells or skin cells.
The brain, however, often cannot do so. Only two small regions of the brain are capable of generating new cells. Most of the brain has a fixed number of neurons, which cannot be replaced if they are irreversibly damaged.
Instead, the brain attempts to form new neural pathways and connections to help compensate for the damage. If those connections are successful, symptoms may improve. If not, some symptoms can become permanent.
Compensation for life-altering injuries
This means that a serious brain injury can be a life-changing event. If you have suffered such an injury due to someone else’s negligence, be sure you understand how to seek financial compensation.