Should You Monitor Mild Head Injuries After a Fall? Expert Insights
Hello, Dr. Chang. I fell on May 23rd, landing on my back. Should I monitor this type of injury? Although 37 years old is not considered elderly, it is still middle-aged. On May 21, while taking a shower, I accidentally bumped the top left of my head against the metal shower head....
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be just symptoms of a head injury, and the likelihood of delayed bleeding is low. The key point is that if there is persistent headache or dizziness, and the symptoms worsen, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly.[Read More] Should You Monitor Mild Head Injuries After a Fall? Expert Insights
Recovery from Intracranial Hemorrhage After Car Accident: What to Expect
Intracranial hemorrhage after a car accident? I am 18 years old and had a car accident three months ago that resulted in intracranial hemorrhage. I am currently recovering well and have already stopped medication. Will the intracranial hemorrhage fully recover? Will it affect my ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Intracranial hemorrhage can lead to complete absorption of the blood clot; however, recovery depends on the severity of neurological deficits at the time of injury.[Read More] Recovery from Intracranial Hemorrhage After Car Accident: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Headaches and Dizziness After Intracranial Hemorrhage
Post-intracranial hemorrhage surgery Hello Doctor, my son fell and suffered a right brain hemorrhage at the age of 2 years and 3 months. He underwent surgery, and the wound is approximately 5-8 cm long, with noticeable metal screws in the skull. During a follow-up visit, I inquir...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is recommended to return to the neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Headaches and Dizziness After Intracranial Hemorrhage
Understanding Delayed Symptoms After Head Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Head injury Hello Doctor: On the evening of November 29th, I accidentally bumped the left side of my head against a doorknob while in the bathroom. At the moment of impact, I did not feel pain, dizziness, swelling, or bleeding, and I remained fully alert and continued to take a s...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
It is indeed important to be cautious. If there are persistent headaches and dizziness, it is recommended to seek treatment at a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Symptoms After Head Injury: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Head Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Head injury, with pain at the site of impact? Hello, doctor. On August 26, while playing on a water slide, I may have slid down incorrectly and hit the back of my head against the slide. At that moment, I felt pain, but there were no other obvious discomforts. Later, the impact p...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The primary concern with head trauma is intracranial hemorrhage. If there are accompanying symptoms of nausea and vomiting, it is advisable to seek treatment at a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Head Injuries: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Fall
Head Injury from Baseball: Understanding Eye Symptoms and Recovery
A baseball hit on the top of the head? Three days ago, I was hit on the forehead just above the hairline (toward the right) by a high fly ball. At the moment of impact, the upper half of my right eye's field of vision was normal, while the lower half was completely black and...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Head trauma often accompanies headaches and dizziness, but the more concerning issue is intracranial hemorrhage. If dizziness is accompanied by nausea and vomiting, it is advisable to seek treatment at a neurosurgery outpatient clinic.[Read More] Head Injury from Baseball: Understanding Eye Symptoms and Recovery
Head Injury: Can Swelling Resolve on Its Own and Is There a Risk of Bleeding?
I hit the upper left side of my head; is there a possibility of a brain hemorrhage, and can the swelling be reduced? Doctor, I apologize for the interruption! Last night around 9 PM, while bending down to return the communal laundry basket in the laundry room of my dormitory, I a...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. The swelling should resolve on its own. 2. The likelihood of intracranial hemorrhage is low; however, if there is persistent headache, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, seek immediate evaluation from a neurosurgeon or go to the emergency department.[Read More] Head Injury: Can Swelling Resolve on Its Own and Is There a Risk of Bleeding?
Post-Surgery Recovery Insights for Glioblastoma Patients: Understanding Symptoms and Prognosis
Postoperative care for brain tumors? I would like to ask the doctor about my family member who fell ill in mid-March and was sent to the emergency room, where they were diagnosed with glioblastoma and intracranial hemorrhage. An emergency surgery was performed, with the first sta...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The growth location of a brain tumor and the presence of bleeding can lead to significantly different clinical outcomes. Without detailed medical history and examination reports, it is not possible to provide an answer.[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Insights for Glioblastoma Patients: Understanding Symptoms and Prognosis
Understanding Recovery from Brainstem Injury: A Case Study
Brainstem injury My boyfriend, who is 26 years old and working across the strait, was involved in a car accident where he was rear-ended. He suffered from intracranial hemorrhage and brainstem injury, along with multiple fractures. He underwent minimally invasive craniotomy surge...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: Will your boyfriend return to Taiwan for medical treatment? A detailed explanation and assessment can be provided after an evaluation at the outpatient clinic. Changhua Hospital is concerned about you.[Read More] Understanding Recovery from Brainstem Injury: A Case Study
Understanding Delayed Brain Hemorrhage After Car Accidents: A Patient's Guide
Concussion or delayed intracranial hemorrhage from a car accident? Hello Dr. Zhao! My mother was involved in a car accident six years ago, where her left posterior brain impacted the left side window. The force was significant, but the airbags did not deploy. At that time, we app...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: Generally, delayed intracerebral hemorrhage is most likely to occur within one week of an acute bleed, while chronic bleeding may occur within three months. The likelihood of occurrence is significantly lower after six years. However, if there has been a history of trauma,...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Brain Hemorrhage After Car Accidents: A Patient's Guide
Understanding Your Brain CT Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Head issues Hello, the findings from the CT scan of the brain without contrast indicate the following: - There is no evidence of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH), subdural hematoma (SDH), epidural hematoma (EDH), or subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). - The skull is intact. - There are...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
The above is a patient privacy report, and it is not appropriate to respond here. You may inquire with the doctor during the outpatient visit.[Read More] Understanding Your Brain CT Results: What They Mean for Your Health
Head Injury Concerns: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Bump
Head trauma Hello doctor, yesterday when I was closing the rear car door, I accidentally hit my dad's head without noticing. He was conscious at the time but felt a lot of pain and has a small bruise on the top of his head. Today, he has no other discomfort. Is there a possi...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
The likelihood of intracranial hemorrhage is low; however, if there is persistent headache and dizziness, immediate medical attention should be sought.[Read More] Head Injury Concerns: When to Seek Medical Attention After a Bump
Understanding Head Trauma: Long-Term Effects and Concerns
Head trauma Hello, Doctor. Two years ago, I was struck on the head by a metal pipe while working. At that time, I was unsure if there was any issue, so I went to an orthopedic doctor for an X-ray, and the doctor said there was no fracture in the skull. After two months, I saw a n...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: 1. According to medical principles, head trauma should be monitored for 3 months. If there is no further deterioration, the injury is considered stable. 2. If there is indeed intracranial hemorrhage, it will typically resolve and be absorbed within 1-2 months (similar to h...[Read More] Understanding Head Trauma: Long-Term Effects and Concerns
Should My Elderly Father Undergo Skull Reconstruction After Head Injury?
Intracranial hemorrhage due to a car accident? On April 22 at 10:00 AM, my father was involved in a car accident. That afternoon, he experienced intracranial hemorrhage exceeding 30% of blood volume, necessitating an emergency surgery that evening to relieve intracranial pressure...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello; after a physician assesses that the brain condition is relatively stable, it is generally recommended to reattach and secure the skull defect. Besides improving the aesthetic appearance after cranial reconstruction and protecting the extremely delicate brain tissue, it als...[Read More] Should My Elderly Father Undergo Skull Reconstruction After Head Injury?
Post-Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage: Follow-Up Care and Concerns
Follow-up for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage? On May 22, my mother was involved in a car accident and was sent to the hospital. She suffered a right skull fracture, traumatic intracranial hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, and contusion with hemorrhage in ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Blood clots will be absorbed, and the chance of rebleeding is low; prevention is not possible.[Read More] Post-Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage: Follow-Up Care and Concerns
Understanding Dizziness Duration After Brain Hemorrhage: What to Expect
Duration of dizziness in cerebral hemorrhage? Hello Doctor, my mother was in a car accident on June 17th in the afternoon. She suffered a direct impact to her head, and after an emergency CT scan, it was found that she had slight intracranial hemorrhage. After evaluation by the e...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Increasing dizziness is abnormal. Generally, dizziness can alleviate within 1-2 weeks.[Read More] Understanding Dizziness Duration After Brain Hemorrhage: What to Expect
Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage: Treatment and Long-Term Effects
Treatment and Sequelae of Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage Hello Doctor: The patient was involved in a car accident in Pingtung on April 28 and was required to be transferred to a hospital in the city with a neurosurgery department due to their residence in a mountainous area. T...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Due to uncertainty about the extent of the injury, I cannot explain the current condition. I can only advise that if you are unable to care for yourself, please seek assistance and return to the neurosurgery outpatient clinic as soon as possible.[Read More] Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage: Treatment and Long-Term Effects
How Long Should Patients with Intracranial Hemorrhage Be Observed?
Observation period for intracranial hemorrhage? Dear Dr. Lai, I would like to inquire about the observation and management protocols in the hospital. My classmate, a 20-year-old, was involved in a car accident on February 12th around 4 PM. He was conscious upon arrival at the ho...
Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: Intracerebral hemorrhage is most dangerous in the first 8 hours. After that, continuous observation is required for 24-48-72 hours. As time passes, the risk of worsening and expansion of the hemorrhage gradually decreases. It is speculated that your classmate may have had ...[Read More] How Long Should Patients with Intracranial Hemorrhage Be Observed?
Understanding Memory Loss and Complications After Skull Fracture
Brain issues I would like to inquire about a relative of mine who has been hospitalized for over a month due to a skull fracture. This relative is experiencing strange symptoms; every time they wake up, their memory seems to be different. The first time they woke up, their memory...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: Head trauma causing intracranial hemorrhage may lead to short-term or long-term memory loss, or the possibility of short-term memory impairment due to contusions. If there is a need for surgery or if there are blood clots, the likelihood of needing a second surgery after a...[Read More] Understanding Memory Loss and Complications After Skull Fracture
Is Glycerol Administration a Standard Treatment for High Blood Pressure Aneurysm?
In cases of hypertension with aneurysm rupture and elevated intracranial pressure, administering glycerol to reduce intracranial pressure is part of the standard treatment protocol? 1. At 1:00 PM, the patient experienced a ruptured aneurysm with intracranial hemorrhage, as shown ...
Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Administering glycerol can reduce intracranial pressure in patients with brain edema and is considered standard treatment.[Read More] Is Glycerol Administration a Standard Treatment for High Blood Pressure Aneurysm?