Medical staff immediately rushed to the player's aid, and the defender was taken off for precautionary concussion tests.
But Skrtel seemed to rip some of the strapping off his head in frustration as he left the pitch, suggesting he may have wanted to continue despite the heavy blow.
The 30-year-old was able to give thumbs up to the crowd as he left the Anfield pitch to be replaced by Kolo Toure, having regained consciousness.
And he gave an update on his health on Sunday night, saying: 'Everything is alright. I was unconscious for a bit but glad it is nothing serious.
'I wanted to carry on but fair play to the physios, they didn't let me - that's the rules!
'Off for a couple of days with the family. Thanks for all your support.'