If you or a loved one has suffered head trauma, the American College of Emergency Physicians recommends seeking emergency care if there are any of the following signs: headaches that worsen despite taking over-the-counter medications; weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination; slurred speech; trouble walking; increased confusion or agitation; repeated vomiting; loss of consciousness for more than one minute; unequal pupil sizes; convulsions or seizures; or unusual changes in sleep patterns or mood. American College of Emergency Physicians, March 2022