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    nealsmemory Posts: 32, Reputation: 2
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    Sep 12, 2013, 04:12 PM
    Healing a 15 yr old's concussion
    A week ago our 15 yr old daughter was outside, passed out, fell and hit her head on a rock. It took about three hours for her to start acting like herself. They checked her in the ER, thankfully found no brain bleed but said she has a severe concussion. I feel like there's something I could be doing to help speed healing. She has a severe headache all the time, which Dr. said could go on for several weeks or even months.
    Looking for ideas of what has been helpful for other people, especially teens.
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    Sep 12, 2013, 05:06 PM
    Unfortunately, there really isn't anything you can do. She needs her rest and time. That's it.

    It's not something that she should try to "work through." Rest helps the brain heal.
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    Sep 12, 2013, 09:22 PM
    When my son had a severe concussion, our Dr. gave us a list of things to avoid to help with the headaches. Call your doctor and ask for his list to ensure healing.
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