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JingJang t1_j6kqsz5 wrote

I'm 49 and had nine concussions, 3 moderate and 6 mild.

Fortunately I was wearing a helmet for all, (but one), of them otherwise I'm might not be writing this comment.

Studies like this are good for considering what might happen if I live a long life. Thanks to the OP for sharing.

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PoopIsAlwaysSunny t1_j6le6io wrote

Y’all know about all your concussions?

Like none of mine under 20 got diagnosed, but now that I’ve had them while older and I’m like “Jfc i had so many while young that were just ignored”

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FinalSagan t1_j6lf74o wrote

I still think back to the time my vision briefly went inverted after taking a shot to my helmet in lacrosse. We’ll see how old age treats me, I guess.

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Valvador t1_j6lllwm wrote

My last concussion when I was like 12 took out my vision in my peripherals. I was also having some weird side-effect where when I tried to read words, I knew what I was reading, but when I would say them out loud the wrong ones would come out.

My parents didn't know at the time you're not supposed to nap when you have a concussion, so I napped and then woke up fine.

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JingJang t1_j6mhzej wrote

I've had mine as an adult. 3 from bicycle accidents, 5 snowboarding, and one cleaning the house.

I've noticed it's getting more difficult to remember details about them all as I age.

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