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Concussion

Concussion, a minor injury to the brain due to a blow or hit to the head. Symptoms may not show up right away. Learn when to see your doctor.

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Definition

Concussion, a minor injury to the brain due to a blow or hit to the head. Symptoms may not show up right away. Learn when to see your doctor.

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Canonical title
Concussion
Alphabetical key
C
Category
Educational Resource
Content type
Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations
Brain concussion
Article status
Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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