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Blurred Vision and Headache: Possible Causes

Emergency condition

In some cases, medical emergencies may be responsible for headaches and blurry vision. It would help to visit the hospital immediately if you experience any of these conditions:

Headache with trauma

If you experience blurry vision [3] and headache due to an injury, symptoms such as skull fracture, concussion, or other traumatic brain injury (TBI) may manifest. The primary causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) include sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and falls.

According to research, over 165 deaths in the United States daily are caused by traumatic brain injuries. Symptoms of TBI depend on the level of damage. Some symptoms include:

  • Dizziness
  • Coma [4]
  • Ringing in ears
  • Mood changes, such as irritability
  • Fatigue [5]
  • Confusion
  • Lack of coordination
  • Loss of consciousness

New or severe headache without trauma

Blurry vision and headaches can happen without trauma. If you feel you have any of the following conditions, seek immediate medical help.