I recently got a concussion, which involved a loss of consciousness and I haven't experienced the usual symptoms such as nausea or headache since it occurred. This is also my first concussion. How long before I can return to physical activity such as football?

Hi, zak52!

What has your doctor had to say about that, please?

Thanks!

Did you go to a doctor? It's dangerous to not seek medical help with you get a concussion, you could slip into a coma or worse...

Your doctor will let you know when physical activity is safe.

My doctor at the hospital(I was taken by ambulance after suffering the concussion) told me that I was to wait for 3 days consecutively with no symptoms which have passed and said to ease back into activity. I followed up with my doctor the 3 days later and he cleared me, but he warned me that if I were to suffer another my season would be done. I got a second opinion and they say to wait 2 weeks and I'm not sure which to go with, I want to play bad but at the same time don't want to risk my future well being

Wait for two weeks to be on the safe side then.

Did you tell the second doctor what the first doctor recommended?

I did. I also forgot to mention there was some twitching involved when I was unconscious. The doctor at the hospital said a cat scan was not necessary and that all the x-rays of my neck and head came back fine.

Well it is obvious going with the two weeks is the better and more sound advice.

I've decided to sit out the 2 weeks thanks for all the help everyone

That's a good plan.

Please wait 2 weeks, I have suffered many concussions, playing through them and lying about being symptom free, NOT WORTH IT! I now have a headache all the time. Its not fun and I feel like I'm sleeping.my life.away. Please.be.smart, and good luck with football! (: