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Subdural Hematoma Symptoms

Health Encyclopedia: Chronic Subdural Hematoma

Alternative Names

Subdural hemorrhage - chronic; Subdural hematoma - chronic


Symptoms
  • Headache
  • Confusion or coma
  • Decreased memory
  • Seizures
  • Weakness or numbness of arms, legs, face
  • Difficulty speaking or swallowing
  • Difficulty walking


Signs and tests

The physical exam will include a full neurologic work-up to test mental functions, strength, sensation, coordination, walking, and ...

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Subdural hematoma
Subdural hemorrhage Treatment A subdural hematoma is an emergency condition! Emergency surgery may be needed to reduce pressure within the brain. This may... Read more »
Chronic subdural hematoma
Subdural hemorrhage - chronic; Subdural hematoma - chronic Treatment The goal is to control symptoms and minimize or prevent permanent damage to... Read more »
Chronic subdural hematoma
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...subdural hematoma is a collection of blood on the surface of the brain. Alternative Names Subdural hemorrhage Causes, incidence, and risk factors Subdural hematomas are... Read more »
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...subdural hematoma begins several weeks after the initial bleeding. Alternative Names Subdural hemorrhage - chronic; Subdural hematoma - chronic Causes, incidence,... Read more »

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