Battle Born Injury Lawyers | August 15, 2025 | Car Accidents in Las Vegas
Whether you’ve just walked away from a crash on a major highway or a fender-bender on a side street, one thing is certain: Car accidents cause immense stress, and injuries only compound that stress. If you experience little to no pain in the aftermath of your collision, you might breathe a sigh of relief, as it’s possible that you may only have minor injuries.
However, the adrenaline rush of such an event can mask pain, which means you might only start to feel an intensifying pain hours (or even several days) later. Experiencing delayed pain like that can be unsettling, especially if you’ve just survived a crash. Here’s a detailed look at what to do next.
Why Do Some Injuries From Car Accidents Not Hurt Right Away?
If you ask any personal injury attorney what to do after a car accident, they’ll tell you that seeking medical attention is of the utmost importance. The problem, though, is that if you think you’re unhurt or that your injuries are relatively minor, you might consider seeking medical attention to be a waste of time and money.
The truth is that many injuries, even serious ones, aren’t immediately painful. And though the stress of an accident may temporarily make it difficult to feel pain, that’s not the only reason it may take time for pain to develop. In many cases, the reason for the delay in discomfort comes from the nature of the injury itself.
Injuries Likely To Cause Delayed Pain
For example, concussions and other head injuries that seem mild at first can start to cause significant pain in the days or weeks following an accident. That isn’t solely because of adrenaline; these injuries can take time to cause swelling, and as your brain swells within your skull, pain and other symptoms become more apparent.
What Should You Do if You Experience Delayed Pain?
If you start to experience pain after your accident, you should see a medical professional as soon as possible. Doing so is important for two reasons:
- It can protect your health
- It can preserve your chances of filing a personal injury claim
There’s no question, therefore, as to whether you should seek care, but the one decision you may still be unsure about is whether you should go to the emergency room or simply visit your family doctor.
It’s best to err on the side of caution, and only a medical professional can truly determine the level of care you need.
Pain To Watch Out For
Even if you feel fine after an accident, it’s important to get checked by a medical professional right away. Some injuries take hours or days to reveal themselves. Watch for these potentially serious delayed symptoms:
Pain in Your Abdomen
On its own, abdominal pain might not sound like a big deal. However, it is one of the earliest signs of internal bleeding. If you notice any bruising around your abdomen in addition to the pain, you’re likely suffering from internal bleeding, and that is a medical emergency. Should you fail to seek medical care in time, it’s possible to die from blood loss.
Pain in Your Back or Neck
Your spine is a complex structure, and unfortunately, car accidents present many ways for it to be injured. Ruptured discs, nerve damage, spinal cord injuries, and vertebral fractures are all common, but they’re impossible to diagnose alone. Schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible.
A Constant Headache With Nausea
Headaches and nausea are both normal after an accident, but if they become constant (and especially if they worsen), they could be signs of a traumatic brain injury.
The Importance of Being Proactive About Injuries
Knowing that some car accident injuries take time to become noticeable means you’ll be more likely to seek immediate medical care after an accident. If your accident was days or weeks ago and you’re starting to experience pain, you might worry.
Thankfully, it’s not too late to do something to protect yourself. An experienced medical professional can assess your symptoms and help you get started on the road to recovery. To schedule a free consultation with a Las Vegas car accident lawyer, contact Battle Born Injury Lawyers today.
Contact the Las Vegas Car Accident Attorneys at Battle Born Injury Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one were injured in an accident in Las Vegas and you need legal assistance, contact our car accident attorneys at Battle Born Injury Lawyers and schedule a free consultation with our legal team.
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