Overview
Intracerebral haemorrhage is a medical emergency. Fast treatment can limit damage and improve recovery.
Symptoms
- Sudden severe headache
- Weakness or numbness on one side of the body
- Difficulty speaking or understanding
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness, seizures or loss of consciousness
Causes and risk factors
The most common cause is long-standing high blood pressure. Others include blood-thinning medicines, abnormal blood vessels, head injury and drug use.
Diagnosis
A CT or MRI scan of the brain confirms the bleed.
Treatment
Treatment includes lowering blood pressure, reversing blood thinners, intensive care and sometimes surgery to remove the blood or relieve pressure. Rehabilitation helps recovery.
When to see a doctor
Call for emergency help immediately if someone has sudden face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty or a sudden severe headache.
This information is for general education and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
