Hemorrhagic stroke is one of the most serious and dangerous complications of a cerebral stroke, which can lead to a sudden deterioration in the patient’s condition and a threat to his life. In this article we will talk about the causes and symptoms of hemorrhagic stroke, as well as ways to help the patient.
Hemorrhagic stroke is one of the causes of about 3% of strokes. This is a form of ischemic stroke (stroke caused by a blockage in the blood vessels in the retina) in which there is bleeding in the brain. According to statistics, this disease affects women aged 45 to 65 years, and ischemic stroke is more common in men.
The causes of hemorrhagic stroke may be associated with various diseases and factors, such as:
1. Head injury: bruises, concussions, wounds; 2. Neuroinflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis, neurosarcoidosis; 3. Blood diseases and anemia; 4. High blood pressure; 5. Constant use of narcotic drugs and stimulants, for example, cocaine, amphetamine; 6. Anomalies of cerebral vessels; 7. Smoking and alcohol abuse.
A hemorrhagic stroke is an emergency condition that occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures and is characterized by rapid loss of consciousness and impaired muscle function in the body. As a result of a stroke, a person may lose vision, hearing, ability to speak, control movements, etc. In many cases, serious disability occurs after a hemorrhagic stroke.
Stroke is a serious illness