Brain Compression is the compression of the brain from within the skull. The condition of increased intracranial pressure can be caused by number of factors as edema, tumors, infections, traumatic head injuries and hemorrhages. The treatment includes surgical skull trepanning and hospitalization that is administered with antibiotics.
Some of the symptoms of Brain Compression:
- Drowsiness
- Breathing difficulty
- Weak pulse
- Paralysis on one side
- Sudden weight loss
- Coma
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if you have signs of brain compression. You may need emergency hospitalization in severe cases and surgical procedures in the treatment.
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