What are the symptoms of acute subdural hematoma?

Symptoms of ACUTE SUBDURAL HEMATOMA are: (1) Injury to the head. (2) My brain is not functioning right now. (3) Pain over the temples. (4) Insect sting or injury from animals. (5) Currently undergoing chemotherapy. (6) Falling frequently. (7) Headache. (8) Nausea or vomiting

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is acute subdural hematoma?

Acute subdural hematoma is accumulation of blood between the brain and its outermost covering and can be a medical emergency. It’s usually caused by a head injury. Older Age, blood-thinning drugs and alcohol abuse can increase the risk.

Symptoms of acute subdural hematoma

Injury to the head
My brain is not functioning right now
Pain over the temples
Insect sting or injury from animals
Currently undergoing chemotherapy
Falling frequently
Headache
Nausea or vomiting

Questions your doctor may ask to check for acute subdural hematoma

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose acute subdural hematoma

Did you hit your head?
Do you have problems focusing or a reduced sense of awareness in your surroundings?
Do you have pain around your temples?
Have you been bitten, scratched, stung by bugs (ex. bees) or animals (ex. dogs, cats, wild animals)
Are you currently on chemotherapy?

Treatment for acute subdural hematoma

Small or asymptomatic acute subdural hematomas may not need treatment beyond close monitoring. Blood thinners are stopped or their effect is counteracted with special medications. For severe cases, surgery is often required. Antiseizure medications are given if seizures are present.

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Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency department)

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