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What machine is used to check the brain for swelling or internal bleeding?
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CAT scan
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What machine is used to measure or record the brain activity?
it is a cat-scan machine
Where does the heat that warms-your body come from?
The heat is generated by the body's metabolic processes, and the various reactions are regulated by the hypothalamus in the brain. Most of the heat is generated from the internal organs, about 16% by the brain itself.
What is the difference between an fMRI scan and PET scan?
fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) is a non-invasive brain imaging technique in which an individual lies in an MRI machine. The MRI machine has a magnetic field and a gradient coil which causes changes in the alignment of water molecules in the brain. The idea is that when a region is active it requires more oxygen, and thus seeing an increased amount of aligned molecules suggests that that particular region might be involved in a specific task. PET (positron emission tomography) is an invasive brain imaging technique which involves injecting an individual with radioactive glucose and measuring the amount of glucose in different brain regions. Similar to a region needing oxygen, a highly active region also needs glucose for its metabolic processes. If during a specific task a particular brain region were active, one would expect to see more signal from that brain region while being monitored by a PET scan.
What weights more brain or lungs?
brain
What is one difference between a subdural hematoma and an epidural hematoma?
A Subdural Hematoma occurs when a severe acceleration to deceleration occurs leading to the veins in the subdural space tearing. An Epidural Hematoma occurs from direct trauma to the brain leading to bleeding in the meningeal artery.
What is the treatment for shaken baby syndrome?
Initially, treatment is provided on an emergency basis. Life-saving measures can include stopping internal bleeding in the brain and relieving pressure that can build up in the brain because of bleeding and swelling of the brain.
Jill developed swelling of the brain What type of injury did Jill suffer?
Jill likely suffered a traumatic brain injury, which can lead to swelling of the brain due to internal bleeding, blood clots, or damage to brain tissue. Other possible causes of brain swelling include infections, tumors, or strokes.
What is the most serious form of bleeding?
in the brain and internal bleeding
Can brain swelling be controlled?
Brain swelling is a very serious and complicated condition that needs to be attended by neurosurgeons. Swelling of the brain can be caused by bleeding in the brain. In some cases, draining the blood from the brain helps control the swelling like in cases of aneurysm.
After a stroke is there bleeding at the mouth and nose?
Normally, no. A stroke is internal bleeding (in the brain) and not external.
Damage to the brain due to a hemorrhage or blood clot?
A type of stroke where you have internal bleeding in the brain which kills brain cells.
What is shakening baby syndrome?
"shaken baby syndrome" is when a baby is shaken in a violent motion that causes death or serious injury to the brain. Typically a child will have retinal bleeding, brain bleeding and brain swelling (which typically does the most damage).
How much time does a person have to get to the hospital with severe internal bleeding?
This question is very vague as there are many types of internal bleeding that can occur in many different areas of the body. Basically, if you suspect internal bleeding dial 911 and get help on the way...if this isn't possible, monitor the patient for symptoms of shock and get them to the nearest medical facility as rapidly as possible!! To simplify it, internal bleeding from a bleeding ulcer pales in comparison to bleeding on the brain or a severed aorta!
When and how did Albert Einstein die?
Albert Einstein died in April 18, 1955 in Princeton Albert died of internal bleeding in his brain. (the inside of his brain was bleeding) After his death his entire body (except for his brain) was cremated. After his cremation his ashes were scattered. His brain was kept for scientific study.
How can you tell if you have brain internal bleeding?
Upset stomach, dizzyness, disorientation, black spots, or pressure are some symptomes.
What is a edema?
Cerebral edema is basically a swelling of the brain, which increases pressure within the skull. This can be the result of a closed-head trauma, or an infection of the brain or brain stem. Not to be confused with a hematoma, which also exerts pressure on the brain due to intracranial bleeding.
Can the brain move down from its original position?
I do not think so. if pressure builds up in your skull such as from bleeding or swelling it will eventually push your small brain out of your skull and into your spine however this is destructive and will kill you.
