Suggest treatment for losing balance resulting concussions
Patient: I have had several episodes of sudden loss of balance which results in an uncontrollable fall. I have had 3 concussions in the past, one of which was a double concussion as a result of a horse accident. All concussions happened in about an 8 month period of time. Doctor: Hello. Thanks for asking from HCM.I can understand your concern. If you are having repeated episodes of loss of balance along with history of multiple episodes of concussion, then your complete neurological examination is needed. Your cerebellar and vestibular functions will be evaluated by neurosurgeon. After that you may be advised CT scan or MRI of head to find out any lesion in brain. You might be prescribed medicines like beta-histidine to control vertigo, avoid going in dark, full hydration to rule out low BP.At home, you may follow few tips to evaluate yourself and get relief: Check your hands whether you are moving tremor like movements, try walking with close eyes to find frequent falls, look for any weakness in limbs. If any of above symptoms are present, you should consult doctor as soon as possible: Check your BP if you have manometer at home to find out low BP.: Avoid walking in darkness: Find out in your family whether anyone had episode of stroke, diabetes mellitus, hypertension. If present, there is possibility that you might be having episodes of "transient ischemic attacks". It is an alarming sign which later on, can lead to ischemic stroke. Thanks. Hope it will help you. Take care.