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Intracranial Hematoma!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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What is Intracranial hematoma?

An intracranial hematoma occurs when a blood vessel ruptures within your brain or between your skull and your brain. An intracranial hematoma often requires surgery to remove the blood.

Symptoms of Intracranial hematoma-

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Dizziness
  • Confusion
  • Lethargy
  • Seizures
  • Unequal pupil size
  • Weak limbs on one side of your body
  • Increased blood pressure

Causes of Intracranial hematoma-

  • Automobile or motorcycle accident
  • Bumping your head
  • Mild head trauma

Diagnosis of Intracranial hematoma-

Diagnosis of Intracranial hematoma involves the following tests:

Precautions & Prevention of Intracranial hematoma-

  • Wear a helmet and make sure your kids wear helmets
  • Keep children from climbing on unsafe or unsteady objects.
  • Buckle your seat belt and make sure your kids are buckled in

Treatment of Intracranial hematoma-

  • Homeopathic Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Psychotherapy Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Surgical Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Intracranial hematoma
  • Other Treatment of Intracranial hematoma

Homeopathic Treatment of Intracranial Hematoma-

Homeopathic treatment is supportive to save life and prevent complications. Some of the homeopathic medicines that can be used for treatment of intracranial hematoma are:

  • Broth
  • Cocc
  • Glon
  • Lach
  • Gels
  • Anac
     

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Intracranial hematoma-

Allopathic Treatment of Intracranial hematoma involves diuretic medications that may help control brain swelling (edema) after a head injury.

Surgical Treatment of Intracranial hematoma-

Surgical Treatment of Intracranial hematoma involves the following surgeries:

  • Surgical drainage – If the blood is localized and isn’t clotting excessively, your doctor may create a burr hole through your skull and use suction to remove the liquid.
  • Craniotomy – Large hematomas may require that a section of your skull be opened (craniotomy) to remove the blood.

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Intracranial hematoma-

  • Limit your intake of strawberries, blackberries, dewberries, gooseberries and raspberries
  • Avoid wheat germ oil, sunflower seeds, shellfish and fish,
  • Avoid spicy foods
  • Eat fruits rich in vitamin C

 

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