Sometimes it is possible to get delayed repercussions from a car accident. If you got into a major car collision and still haven’t experienced any symptoms then it may be the after-effects of the crash. There is a long list of auto injuries that can cause uncomfortable situations months after. For example;
- Whiplash
- Neck, Back, and Shoulder Pain
- Abdominal Injuries
- Numbness and Tingling
- Headaches, Concussions, and TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
- Emotional Trauma
Whatever the situation is, medical treatment is required once these symptoms arise. You can opt for services that require urgent treatment in Specialty Care Clinics.
WHAT IS THE REASON THAT A PERSON EXPERIENCES DELAYED SYMPTOMS AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?
At the time of the accident, one goes into an adrenaline rush that creates shock and stress in the body which leaves many other serious symptoms unchecked or undetected. If the symptoms do arise on the same day of the accident, that means the condition can be a bit serious and need emergency treatment. And, when these symptoms go unchecked, then over a time period bones may start shifting in the direction of damaged ligaments and tendons. It gets more serious for neck injuries.
Yes, these injuries get worse over time if left untreated. Medical attention is needed for them to heal fully.
In the case, where a person experiences pain months after the accident can be due to damaged nerves. These nerves become irritated in the long run and this is the time when pain takes over. Such as, in the case of neck injuries- neck bones come into contact with nerves causing pain and more likely headaches.
- Sleeping Habits :- Bad Sleeping habits can cause Sleeping Disorder. It includes sleeping too much during the day time and too much stimulation before bed time (such as watching television,exercising or playing video games).
- Medical Conditions :- Several serious health conditions, such as stroke, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, HIV and end-stage renal disease , may result in sleeping problems. Some types of medical conditions can cause sleep disorders. Such as, patients with central sleep apnea stop breathing during sleep.
- Lifestyle Choices :- Sometimes Lifestyle choices also cause sleeping difficulties such as consuming too much caffeine, lack of exposure to sunlight, frequent urination, physical pain, jet lag, noise disturbances, an uncomfortable bedroom, or a feeling of excitement and some prescription medications may also lead to difficulty sleeping.
- Ageing :- Ageing is also a major cause of sleep difficulty. Your sleep is different than it used to be when you were younger. It happens to many people.
WHAT CAN YOU DO WHEN EXPERIENCING DELAYED SYMPTOMS FROM A CAR ACCIDENT?
As we know, collision requires great force and speed. And, with that information in mind, if one leaves a car accident site without requiring a medical checkup that means he/she is lucky. But this is not the case every time, because you could be hurt and you don’t know it yet. Some injuries represent delayed symptoms and pain like after weeks or months.
- First, it is advised to get a medical checkup of your whole body thoroughly in order to get rid of uncertainty regarding any possible injury externally as well as internally.
- In case of delayed symptoms, on experiencing any kind of soreness or pain, quickly consult a doctor.
- If you are planning to claim injuries, take a record of how long you are going to the hospital after a car accident. Depending on the type of auto injury insurance cover you can file a claim. But, whatever the situation is, delaying medical attention makes the process harder.
- You can also hire an attorney to receive insurance coverage according to the situation.
- Delayed treatment can negatively impact the insurance claim as well as cause further damage and additional injuries.
KINDS OF INJURIES THAT HAVE DELAYED ONSET
Whiplash :- In a car wrecking moment, due to sudden and high-intensity force the head moves back and forth causing serious injuries to the neck muscles. This condition is known as whiplash.
Concussion :- A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects brain function. It can cause internal swelling and bleeding leading to life-threatening conditions. Concussions have long-term effects.
Internal bleeding :- You can not see the internal bleeding and this may go unnoticed at the time of the accident. It can be deadly and need immediate attention.
Blood clot :- In severe injuries and excessive bleeding lead to forming of blood clots over time. The formation of blood clots can be anywhere in the body but mostly they occur in the legs, a condition known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). These blood clots travel to other parts too. Without treatment, a person can also end up in a death-like situation.
Post-traumatic stress disorder :- After going through highly stressful and scary events, a person can develop PTSD as a sign of mental illness. Millions of Americans suffer from PTSD resultant of an auto accident.
Spinal injury :- Spinal-related injuries are fatal and can cause paralysis or death. In partial damage condition, it gets worse over time.
It is advisable to keep the follow-up of your injuries with the help of documentation. At the time of an auto-injury claim, these documents will help you to verify your injuries from that accident only.
Get the right advice related to auto injury treatment that has appeared months later at Specialty Care Clinics. To book an appointment call (469) 545-9983.