PrincessMommy Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 My dh was in a car accident last July and got a concussion. He still doesn't remember anything from the accident or just after. I've noticed that his patience is worse than it used to be - but really only in the last few months has it become noticeable. It's not horrible, but it seems to be getting a little worse with time. Could that be a symptom of the concussion even though it seems delayed? Could it be age related? (He's nearly 60). I'm concerned because, if it's a little worse now, and then a little more worse in a year... and so on. Yeah, it's scaring me. Do things related to a concussion get progressively worse? Or should I be looking at something else? He's always been rather mellow-dramatic/ drama queen... not the calm/"steady-Freddy" type (I'm the phlegmatic one). So, the fact that he over-reacts to a situation isn't totally unusual - it's just that before it didn't usually come out as anger. It was a side-impact injury - if that makes any difference to the medical people here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Can you get him in to see a doctor? There could be a whole host of issues causing the change in behavior.... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasperstone Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 ((((hugs)))) Sorry to hear that. It must be very worrying for you! Yeah, like Onestepatatime said get him checked out by a doctor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 My son had a side impact injury, and had post concussive issues; sleep issues, headaches, and grumpiness. He is fine now, but is still taking medication and seeing a neurologist twice a year He was hit in the head by a soccer ball about four years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 My son had a side impact injury, and had post concussive issues; sleep issues, headaches, and grumpiness. He is fine now, but is still taking medication and seeing a neurologist twice a year He was hit in the head by a soccer ball about four years ago. How scary! So glad he is fine now. OP, I should have sent hugs with my earlier post. Having odd chills here and just didn't think. Hugs. And hoping you can get answers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 It's not age related. It could be any number of medical issues. You should go with him to a doctor's appointment and explain what you're seeing. They'll probably do some blood tests, memory tests, coordination tests, and possibly a few brain scans (CT, MRI, depending on what the doctor notices). Make sure he's well hydrated and getting enough sleep. You might consider adding coconut oil to his diet (there have been preliminary & anecdotal reports that it can help brain issues). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted May 28, 2014 Author Share Posted May 28, 2014 Thank you everyone. I haven't approached him yet about my concerns. I think that will be the first step. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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