Cerebral Hemorrhage

Overview

Cerebral hemorrhage (intracerebral hemorrhage) is sudden bleeding into the brain tissue, ventricles, or both, a type of hemorrhagic stroke. The most common risk factors for spontaneous bleeding are hypertension and amyloid angiopathy.

Symptoms

• Severe headache
• Vomiting
• Hemiplegia
• Impaired consciousness
• Slurred speech

Treatment

In the acute phase control blood pressure and reduce intracranial pressure, evacuate large hematomas surgically, and provide rehabilitation later.

Dietary advice

Eat a bland, low-salt diet, keep bowel movements regular, and avoid irritating foods.