Question
The child was knocked in the head by another student’s elbow joint while playing. Three days later, the child experienced dizziness, nausea, and dry heaves again. A CT scan was done, but nothing significant was found. However, after seven or eight days, the nausea and dizziness persist. Do I need to have another MRI done to check?
Answer
Based on your description, the possibility of brain injury cannot be ruled out. Some injuries may not show symptoms within 24 hours. It is recommended that you go to a regular hospital for a brain MRI to determine the cause. After confirming the diagnosis, follow the doctor’s orders to use symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication and nutritional nerve drugs for treatment. At the same time, monitor blood pressure changes, pay attention to rest, maintain emotional stability, avoid staying up late and fatigue, ensure adequate sleep, and have a light diet, avoiding high-fat, overly salty, and spicy irritant foods.