Causes of an Organic Brain Injury

An organic brain injury usually is characterized by loss of brain function. Such an injury can be caused by numerous factors. Finding out the cause of the injury is important to treatment. If you are experiencing any kind of unusual cognition resulting from an injury, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

Causes

The causes of an organic brain injury can vary widely. Some issues that may lead to organic brain injury include:

• Thyroid malfunction;
• Growths putting pressure on parts of the brain;
• Malnutrition and substance abuse;
• Shaking or trauma to the head; and
• Whiplash or other sudden jarring of the brain. 

A number of conditions are also associated with organic brain function, including:

• Alzheimer's disease;
• Fetal alcohol syndrome and alcoholism;
• Korsakoff Syndrome;
• Meningitis;
• Stroke;
• Withdrawal from substances including alcohol and other drugs;
• Epilepsy;
• Concussion; and
• Hypoxia.

Whether organic brain injury results from one or a number of issues, it is important to explore all possible causes which can help to pinpoint the best type of treatment.

Treatment

Confusion, memory impairment, agitation, impairment of cognitive processes and impairment of judgment can all be symptoms of organic brain injury. Treatment of organic brain injury varies with according to cause and symptoms of the injury. The cause will help to determine the best treatment. If there are multiple causes, this should be taken into consideration when planning a course of treatment.

Hiring Legal Counsel

If you or someone you care about has suffered a brain injury because of a party's wrongdoing, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you (or your loved one) get the compensation you deserve. Even if you are uncertain who to sue, contacting an attorney to get legal advice is a prudent move. An attorney will be able to assess the viability of your case and help you figure out who may be at fault for injuries based on the facts of your case.