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Hydrocortisone Side Effects

Health Encyclopedia: Hypertensive Intracerebral Hemorrhage

Treatment

Surgery may be needed to remove the hematoma, especially if there is a hematoma in the base of the brain (cerebellum). If bleeding blocks the flow of spinal fluid, a shunt or drain in the brain may be recommended in some cases.

Medications include:

  • Anti-hypertensive medications to control blood pressure
  • Corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone and diuretics to drain fluid from the body to reduce brain swelling
  • Anti-convulsants to control seizures
  • Analg...
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