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Brain Hemorrhage

Symptoms, emergency intervention, and recovery process of intracerebral and subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Brain Hemorrhage?

Brain hemorrhage occurs when blood leaks into the brain tissue or between the brain membranes as a result of rupture of one of the blood vessels inside the skull. There are two main types: intracerebral hemorrhage (into the brain tissue) and subarachnoid hemorrhage (between the brain membranes).

Hypertension is the most important cause of brain hemorrhage. Arteriovenous malformation (AVM), aneurysm rupture, anticoagulant use, and head trauma are among other important causes. Subarachnoid hemorrhage is usually caused by aneurysm rupture and is described as 'the worst headache of life'.

Brain hemorrhage is a medical emergency. Rapid diagnosis and intervention minimize permanent damage. Treatment may include intensive care monitoring or surgical intervention depending on the type, location, and size of the bleeding.

Symptoms

Sudden and extremely severe headache ('worst headache of my life')
Loss of consciousness or confusion
Sudden weakness or paralysis in the arm or leg
Difficulty speaking
Nausea, vomiting
Extreme sensitivity to light and neck stiffness (in subarachnoid hemorrhages)

Risk Factors

Uncontrolled high blood pressure
Anticoagulant use
Brain aneurysm or AVM
Advanced age
Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption
Cocaine and amphetamine use

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Call emergency immediately in suddenly developing worst headache of life
  • When there is a change in consciousness or fainting
  • When sudden arm-leg weakness or speech disorder develops
  • If neck stiffness and light sensitivity are present
  • If severe headache has started after head trauma

Treatment Methods

01
Intensive care monitoring and stabilization of vital functions
02
Rapid control of blood pressure
03
Reversal of anticoagulant effect (if necessary)
04
Surgery: craniotomy for hematoma evacuation or endovascular treatment of aneurysm
05
Medical/surgical management of increased intracranial pressure
06
Early rehabilitation program

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