There is a risk of death even with prompt surgery and other treatments. There is a risk of permanent brain injury whether the disorder is treated or untreated. Symptoms such as seizures may persist for several months, even after treatment, but in time they usually reduce or disappear. Seizures may begin as much as 2 years after the injury. In adults, most recovery occurs in the first 6 months, with some improvement over approximately 2 years.
Children usually recover more quickly and completely than adults.
Incomplete recovery is the result of brain damage. Call your health care provider if symptoms persist after treatment, including memory loss , difficulty maintaining attention, dizziness , headache , anxiety , speech difficulties , and complete or partial loss of movement in part of the body. Prevention Epidural hemorrhage may not be preventable once a head injury has occurred. Use appropriate safety behaviors. For example, do not dive into water if the water depth is unknown or if rocks may be present.