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Which of these may be a symptom of a concussion?

Headache and dizziness are common concussion symptoms.

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  2. Headache and dizziness ✔
  3. Sharper focus

Why: A concussion is a type of brain injury. Symptoms include headaches, dizziness or balance problems, vision problems, and feeling foggy. Anyone with these after a hit should see a doctor.

Huh, didn't know that: Concussion symptoms may take hours or days to appear or be noticed.

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Answer: Headache and dizziness. A concussion is a type of brain injury. Symptoms include headaches, dizziness or balance problems, vision problems, and feeling foggy. Anyone with these after a hit should see a doctor.

  1. CDC HEADS UP, Signs and Symptoms of Concussion www.cdc.gov/heads-up/signs-symptoms/index.html
    Dizziness or balance problems
    Checked 2026-10-12.
  2. CDC HEADS UP, Signs and Symptoms of Concussion www.cdc.gov/heads-up/signs-symptoms/index.html
    Keep in mind that concussion signs and symptoms may not show up right away
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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