When was the last time you had a headache so bad that you needed to take over-the-counter painkillers for relief? A headache is our brain’s way of saying something might be “off” in the rest of your body.
For instance, one of the most common triggers for a headache is stress.
Feeling stressed can constrict your muscles, which puts a strain on the brain. A headache can be triggered by dehydration, lack of sleep, and caffeine withdrawal. Eating chocolate or food flavored with MSG can also lead to a headache.
There is also the risk of developing headaches after a car accident. That can happen from the force of impact that jolts the brain inside the skull. In severe cases, migraines can manifest after a car accident. That is a symptom of a car accident that shouldn’t be ignored. Migraines can lead to the need for intense medical care and possible loss of work.
If you experience migraines from a car accident that another driver caused, you are entitled to seek a remedy. That is where Barrera Law Group LLC can be a big help.
We have a team of experienced Albuquerque car accident attorneys helping clients find compensation for their financial losses and pain and suffering. That would certainly apply to migraines.
Migraine Symptoms
Anyone who experiences migraines knows how debilitating they can be. For someone who has never had a migraine, the symptoms can come on fast and be extremely intense. This is what a migraine can feel like:
- Throbbing pain, often isolated on one side of the head
- Pain that worsens when you move
- Intense sensitivity to light and noise
- Nausea and/or vomiting
- Dizziness
- Double vision or other visual disturbances
- Trouble concentrating
A migraine after a car accident can present with one or a combination of the above symptoms.
There could also be a delayed reaction, with the migraine not fully manifesting until hours after the collision. It might also show up in the middle of the night or the next day. No matter when the pain arrives, it’s important that you seek medical attention immediately.
Whether you visit your doctor or an emergency room, the doctor will probably recommend an MRI or CT scan to detect potential abnormalities.
Types of Injuries from a Car Accident That Can Cause Migraines
Several types of crash injuries can cause constant headaches or migraines after a crash. For example, one of the most common injuries sustained in a car accident is whiplash.
This is a soft tissue injury to your neck and shoulders that can trigger a migraine.
In addition to whiplash, you could experience a herniated disc that pinches the occipital nerve, which lies at the base of the skull. This is referred to as occipital neuralgia and can also trigger migraines.
Recovering Compensation for Collision Injuries
If migraines appear after a car accident caused by a negligent driver, you’re entitled to seek a remedy. That driver should carry mandated liability insurance that you can claim against. If your migraine forces you to spend money out of pocket or keeps you from going to work, those financial losses can be a part of the compensation you’re asking for.
You can also include an amount for pain and suffering. That would be a value for how those migraines have disrupted your life.
You can discuss these assessments with the attorneys at Barrera Law Group LLC.
We have helped many clients recover financial losses because of car accidents. We can help file the initial claim and pursue the case until there’s a resolution, allowing you to focus on your recovery.