Symptom checker
Our Symptom checker provides clinical advice on what to do next based on your symptoms.
Head injuries
Head injuries can be serious, even if they're not visible. Read about signs and symptoms, as severe head injuries always need to be seen by a doctor.
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Concussion
Concussion is a short-term loss of brain function following a head injury. Learn more about the causes, signs and symptoms of concussion.
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Subdural haematoma
A subdural haematoma is an emergency condition that can result from a head injury. Here's why it's so important to seek urgent medical attention.
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Acquired brain injury (ABI)
ABI is the result of damage to your brain, which may occur due to injury at any time during your life. Learn more here.
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Coma
In a coma, a person is alive but totally unresponsive to the world around them. Someone in a coma will need intensive care in hospital. Find out more here.
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Amnesia
Amnesia is loss of memory that is usually temporary but can sometimes be permanent. Learn more about its causes and ways to live with amnesia.
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Fluid from the ear
Fluid from your ear may be just ear wax, but sometimes it can indicate illness or injury. Read more here about the causes and treatments.
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HeadCheck app
The HeadCheck App is a concussion app to assist parents, first aiders, trainers and coaches to recognise and manage recovery of concussion in kids. Learn more here.
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Facial injuries
An injury to the face can be caused by almost anything, including falling over, cutting yourself shaving or being struck in the face by an object.
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Sports concussion linked to long-term brain injury
Concussion in sports such as rugby is linked to long-term brain injury, a LaTrobe University study found. Learn how to spot the signs and symptoms of concussion.
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