Is Epilepsy Caused by Brain Aneurysms Considered Functional Disorder?
What is functional disorder? (Does epilepsy count?) Consulting a physician: Is intracranial hemorrhage caused by a cerebral aneurysm leading to epilepsy considered a functional disorder?
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang: Intracranial hemorrhage does carry the possibility of seizures. May I ask what the definition of functional disorder is? Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Zhang Yuanyi, Attending Physician, Department of Neurosurgery, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry ...[Read More] Is Epilepsy Caused by Brain Aneurysms Considered Functional Disorder?
Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Causes and Risks of Complications
Subarachnoid hemorrhage Hello, I would like to ask about subarachnoid hemorrhage, for example: what causes subarachnoid hemorrhage? Is it caused by trauma or is it a complication of a disease? Also, what is the likelihood of subarachnoid hemorrhage leading to hydrocephalus? Thank...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, 1. Conditions such as brain infections, brain tumors, vascular diseases (including arteriovenous malformations and aneurysms), head trauma, hematological disorders, or post-emergency situations can all potentially lead to subarachnoid hemorrhage. 2. Approximately...[Read More] Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Causes and Risks of Complications
Post-Operative Follow-Up for Brain Aneurysm: Key Questions Answered
Postoperative follow-up issues for cerebral aneurysm? Dear Dr. Ding, Thank you very much for your response on September 1 regarding my questions about the recovery time from double vision after my brain aneurysm surgery on August 28. I appreciate it! The reason I inquired about ...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Dear Mr. Hong: I recommend that you discuss this matter with your attending physician. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Hsien-Wei, Attending Neurosurgeon, Taoyuan General Hospital, Department of Health.[Read More] Post-Operative Follow-Up for Brain Aneurysm: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Recovery, Risks, and Care Tips
Cerebral aneurysm Dear Dr. Ding, On July 19, I was hospitalized due to dizziness and vomiting, and it was discovered that there was a 1 cm vascular malformation in my brainstem that had hemorrhaged. However, by the time I was admitted, the bleeding had stopped. The neurosurgeon ...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Dear Mr. Hong, 1. The likelihood of a clip dislodging is quite low, and we have not heard of any such cases so far. 2. 3. Please discuss this with your surgeon. 4. It is not necessary. 5. In principle, if the surgical clip has been properly placed, there is no need to worry abo...[Read More] Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Recovery, Risks, and Care Tips
Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Surgical Options and Concerns
Could you please provide more details or specify your question? Hello Dr. Chiu, I would like to ask you a few questions. I originally consulted an ophthalmologist, but since they couldn't find any issues, I was scheduled for an MRI recently. It revealed that I have a vascul...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello: The Gamma Knife is not a universal solution. You can consult Dr. Chung Wen-Yu, a neurosurgeon at Veterans General Hospital, to explore its possibilities. Additionally, Professor Du Yong-Guang from National Taiwan University is quite experienced in this area of surgery (one...[Read More] Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Surgical Options and Concerns
Effective Strategies to Help Your Partner Quit Smoking After Brain Surgery
Cerebral aneurysm My husband underwent surgery for a brain aneurysm two months ago. Fortunately, the doctor was highly skilled, and he is now recovering as usual. However, my husband is a heavy smoker, and the doctor advised him not to smoke after the surgery. Yesterday, I found ...
Dr. Chen Changmu Reply:
Hello, Amei netizen: Serving with medical expertise is the responsibility of a physician, and we appreciate your recognition of the medical community! Regarding your smoking cessation issue, factors such as smoking history, environment, willpower, and even family communication an...[Read More] Effective Strategies to Help Your Partner Quit Smoking After Brain Surgery
Understanding Interventional Treatments for Brain Aneurysms: Recovery Insights
Interventional therapy Dr. Ding, my mother suddenly suffered a cerebral hemorrhage while traveling in mainland China on December 8. She was diagnosed with a hemorrhage due to a cerebral artery aneurysm. After undergoing minimally invasive interventional surgery, she regained cons...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello! Generally speaking, the risk of infection occurring during emergency surgery is higher. If an aneurysm is involved, the infection is not easily controlled and can currently only be managed with antibiotics. We must wait for the fever to subside before discussing recovery. ...[Read More] Understanding Interventional Treatments for Brain Aneurysms: Recovery Insights
Are Aneurysms Hereditary? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Will aneurysms be inherited? Dear Dr. Hong, I apologize for taking up your valuable time, but I have a question I would like to ask you. My mother suffered a brain hemorrhage two years ago due to a ruptured aneurysm. Fortunately, she survived and has not experienced any impact o...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, if you are experiencing abnormal headaches, it is essential to consult a neurologist for a differential diagnosis. As for whether aneurysms are related to genetics, aneurysms caused by specific genetic disorders (such as polycystic kidney dise...[Read More] Are Aneurysms Hereditary? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Causes and Differences Explained
Subarachnoid hemorrhage Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to answer my questions. First, my inquiries are: (1) What are the differences between the subarachnoid space, subdural space, arachnoid mater, and dura mater? Additionally, (2) what can cause subarachnoid hemorrh...
Dr. Hong Xuyi Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the meninges consist of three layers from outer to inner: the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater. The space between the arachnoid mater and pia mater is called the subarachnoid space. The main causes of subarachnoid hemorrhage are twof...[Read More] Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Causes and Differences Explained
Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Why Do They Cause Sudden Death?
Brain tumor concerns? If a brain vascular malformation is classified as a microvascular malformation, why can the rupture of the malformation lead to massive hemorrhage and sudden death within a short period?
Dr. Xu Xianda Reply:
Answer: Before addressing your question, let me explain what a hemangioma and an aneurysm are: 1. A hemangioma is a type of brain tumor caused by the abnormal proliferation and division of vascular cells. It is prone to rupture and bleeding, but due to its smaller size (microvasc...[Read More] Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Why Do They Cause Sudden Death?
Understanding the Link Between Hypertension and Brain Hemorrhage
Is cerebral hemorrhage related to hypertension? 1. What are the related causes of intracerebral hemorrhage? 2. If the immediate cause of death is brainstem hemorrhage, and the direct cause of death is the rupture of a cerebral aneurysm leading to massive hemorrhage, does this c...
Dr. Xu Xianda Reply:
1. Causes of intracerebral hemorrhage include hypertension, coagulopathy (such as hemophilia, patients on dialysis), medications, brain tumors, vascular abnormalities (such as aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations), and head trauma. 2. (a) A vascular malformation is a type ...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Hypertension and Brain Hemorrhage
Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Causes, Types, and Blood Pressure Insights
Cerebral vascular tumors refer to either "aneurysms" or "microvascular malformations." 1. What are the causes of intracerebral hemorrhage? 2. Is a cerebral aneurysm classified as an "arterial aneurysm" or a "microaneurysm"? 3. When is a...
Dr. Xu Xianda Reply:
1. Causes of intracerebral hemorrhage include hypertension, vascular abnormalities, coagulopathy, medications, brain tumors, and head trauma. 2. Cerebral aneurysms are caused by abnormal proliferation and division of vascular cells; microaneurysms are a type of cerebral aneurysm...[Read More] Understanding Brain Aneurysms: Causes, Types, and Blood Pressure Insights