Which specialist doctor to consult for brain hemorrhage?
Primarily a neurologist or neurosurgeon should be consulted, who specializes in the diseases of the brain and nervous system. Book appointment
Can you feel a brain bleed?
Generally, symptoms of a brain bleed like sudden headache, weakness, numbness, or paralysis of the face, arm, or leg assist in establishing its diagnosis. Book appointment
Can stress cause a brain hemorrhage?
Yes. Increased stress levels may contribute to rise in blood pressure which would further result in rupture of the blood vessels – brain hemorrhage. Book appointment
What is the difference between ‘brain bleed’ and ‘stroke’?
‘Brain bleed’ is a blanket term to indicate any bleeding in and around the brain. However, ‘stroke’ can be two types – hemorrhagic stroke that occurs due to bleeding within the brain or ischemic stroke due to reduced blood supply or occlusion of blood vessel to a section of the brain. Book appointment
What is the best treatment option for hemorrhagic stroke?
The type and stage of brain hemorrhage are crucial for an apt treatment option. Generally, surgery is the first option to consider if the patient’s condition is life-threatening. Book appointment
What is the survival rate for brain hemorrhage?
Many patients who have experienced a brain hemorrhage do survive. However, survival rates are lower when the bleeding occurs in certain brain areas or if the initial bleed was very large. Book appointment
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