Seizures are electrical disturbances in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements, and levels of consciousness.
There are different types of seizures, which vary depending on the region of the brain in which they begin and the period of duration. A seizure that lasts longer than five minutes is considered a medical emergency.
A seizure can be caused by a stroke, head injury, infection, or other illness and usually manifests with signs and symptoms such as:
- Episodes of absences.
- Uncontrollable jerking movements of the arms and legs.
- Loss of consciousness.
- Cognitive or emotional conditions, such as fear and anxiety.
Brain hematomas, on the other hand, are accumulations of blood within the skull, caused by the rupture of blood vessels within the brain or by trauma due to traffic accidents or falls.
An hematoma, as well as a prolonged seizure, puts the patient’s life at risk, so immediate medical attention is required.
The signs and symptoms of intracranial hematoma may appear immediately after a person sustains a head injury, or it may take weeks or months to manifest. But the pressure exerted by the hematoma on the brain gradually increases, until presenting signs and symptoms such as:
- A progressive headache.
- Disorientation.
- Dizziness and vomiting.
- Lethargy and loss of consciousness.
- Speak dragging the words.
- Seizures.
- Paralysis on the side of the body opposite the injured area.
As can be seen in the list of symptoms, seizures can be an indicator of the presence of a brain hematoma, a circumstance that warrants immediate medical attention.
Before any signs or symptoms of seizures, it is best to see a neurosurgeon, who has the academic preparation, experience and specialized equipment to provide treatments for brain hematomas.
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