Look Out For These Delayed Symptoms Following a California Auto Accident

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While many auto accident injuries are immediately apparent following the accident, some conditions or symptoms do not develop for several days. Visit your doctor right away to determine the full extent of your injuries.

Even the most attentive drivers may experience a car accident at some point, leaving them with painful and costly injuries. Under California law, auto accident victims may pursue compensation to help cover the medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses associated with the injuries. While many injuries are immediately apparent following the accident, some conditions or symptoms do not develop for several days. Here are some of the most common delayed symptoms that may occur after an accident in Riverside County.

Back Pain

The impact of an auto accident can cause herniated discs, sprains, or soft tissue damage in the back. While some car accident victims may feel some initial pain immediately following the accident, the full extent and severity of the back pain, including pinched nerve pain, numbness, or tingling sensations, may not develop until hours or even days later. If left untreated, back pain can limit your mobility and grow more debilitating over time. Even if you don’t experience immediate back pain, seek a medical evaluation as soon as possible after the accident to understand the scope of your injuries.

Headaches

Many car accidents involve tremendous force and impact, especially when larger vehicles are traveling at higher speeds. If you develop a minor headache after a car accident, you may dismiss it as a minor symptom. However, headaches may signal a traumatic brain injury or a blood clot in the brain, so it’s essential to visit a doctor for an evaluation. Don’t ignore head pain after an accident, as concussions or traumatic brain injuries can worsen if left untreated.

Abdominal Pain

Your initial assessment after an auto accident may find no apparent injuries. Perhaps you only suffered minor scrapes, so you decide not to visit a medical professional for an evaluation. However, pay attention to delayed symptoms like abdominal pain, purple bruising, dizzy spells, or fainting—these may be symptoms of internal bleeding or other harder-to-detect internal injuries. It’s always in your best interest to visit your doctor to understand the full extent of your auto accident injuries.

 

If you’ve been injured in a Temecula or Murrieta car accident and need help collecting compensation, call Hales & Associates, A Professional Law Corporation, today at (951) 489-3320.

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