Internal bleeding can be a very serious injury that requires immediate medical assistance. But it can also be difficult to identify, which leads some people to delay getting the medical care that they need.
If you are involved in a car accident and you suspect you may have suffered internal injuries, always talk to medical professionals to get an official diagnosis. But to help you know what warning signs to look for, here are a few common symptoms of internal bleeding.
External symptoms
Even though the injury is internal, it can sometimes lead to visible symptoms. If you have suffered lung damage, for example, you may find yourself coughing up blood. If you have a traumatic brain injury, you could experience bleeding from the nose or the ears.
Non-visible symptoms
In addition, look for symptoms that change the way you feel or act after the injury, even if there is no external evidence of bleeding. These could include:
- Lightheadedness or dizziness as your blood pressure drops
- A feeling of weakness or excessive fatigue
- Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and a corresponding increased breathing rate
- Symptoms that make you feel as if you are sick, such as nausea and vomiting
- An increased heart rate as your body tries to compensate for the loss of blood flow
If you experience these symptoms, especially if you have multiple symptoms simultaneously, you may have internal injuries that require immediate medical assistance.
Seeking financial compensation
Medical care for these types of injuries can be prohibitively expensive. If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, such as if they caused a car accident, then it is helpful to know how you can seek financial compensation.
